AXIOS (Avery Lotz) - DHS reverses on TSA PreCheck pause as snowstorm scatters travel
It's a perfect storm: As extreme winter weather triggers thousands of flight cancellations, the federal government created more travel questions. - The Department of Homeland Security announced Sunday it would suspend two popular travel programs, including TSA PreCheck, due to the ongoing partial government shutdown . But hours later, it seemingly reversed course, saying PreCheck remained operational. Why it matters: Air travel has historically been a major pain point during government shutdowns, which trade association Airlines for America President Chris Sununu says makes the public a "political football." Driving the news: DHS announced early Sunday morning that it would suspend TSA PreCheck lanes and the Global Entry service to…