Air travelers without REAL ID to face extra screening but will be allowed to fly for now, DHS says

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Americans who don’t have their REAL IDs will still be allowed to fly after the May 7 deadline, but they will face extra screening and delays at the airport.

Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem made the announcement during a House Appropriations Committee hearing on Tuesday. 

“People will be allowed to fly,” Noem told lawmakers. “We will make sure it’s as seamless as possible.”

This is a breaking story. Check back later for updates.

 

Americans who don’t have their REAL IDs will still be allowed to fly after the May 7 deadline, but they will face extra screening and delays at the airport.

Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem made the announcement during a House Appropriations Committee hearing on Tuesday. 

“People will be allowed to fly,” Noem told lawmakers. “We will make sure it’s as seamless as possible.”

This is a breaking story. Check back later for updates.

 

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