Homeland Security chief Kristi Noem says travelers without REAL ID can fly for now, but may have to deal with extra screening

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Across the country, government offices extended their hours to help meet the demand.

But despite that, some people waited for hours Tuesday to get a REAL ID ahead of the long-delayed deadline.

Travelers who haven’t obtained a REAL ID by this week’s deadline received assurances from the head of Homeland Security that they will be able to fly after additional identity checks.

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Author / Journalist: Rebecca Santana, Olga R. Rodriguez, The Associated Press

Category: EconomyBusiness

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Published On: 2025-05-07 @ 12:00:38 (1 days ago)

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