US Government Shutdown = Travel Chaos??? Crowded Airports and Short Staffing
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It is Sunday, October 5th, 2025. And on this week's edition of Sunday Sofa Time, we're talking about another reason why right now might not be the best time for traveling to or in the USA.
So, yes, these people do count as essential workers, meaning they are required to keep going to work as they are on the plan, but they don't know are they going to be included in these rumored layoffs that are going to be happening.
So, yeah, a government shutdown doesn't mean just some political drama in Washington DC. It does, and it will affect travel inside and going through and out of the USA for the next few weeks.
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If you are traveling to, or THRU, the USA in October, the recent government shut down may end up having a huge impact on your travel plans. Expect closed museums and parks, delayed or cancelled flights, and short staffed airport security. Make sure you are prepared! #travel #flights #usatravel Getting Thru US Customs Quicker With MPC or Global Entry: https://youtu.be/ou4HbInbo2k Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0qb5AAbSI9kcjptctjWs1g/join Get my NEW BOOK, "Places, Please!" on Amazon: Link for USA: https://amzn.to/49v7OCd "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09MV7KR5K "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09MV7KR5K "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09MV7KR5K Get exclusive videos and behind the scenes looks here: https://www.patreon.com/veryunofficial Amazon links to my gear, and other fun stuff I wish I had! https://www.amazon.com/shop/veryunofficialtravelguides Follow on: www.facebook.com/MorgansVeryunOfficialTravelGuides Instagram @MrMorganOBrien Twitter: @MrMorganOBrien Affiliate Links: I receive a small percentage from purchases made from affiliate links that may be contained in this description. This does not affect the amount you pay in any way. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.