The White House says Democrats are responsible for widespread airport delays and long TSA lines as the government shutdown is close to being the longest in U.S. history.

George Bush Intercontinental and William P. Hobby Airports have been plagued by ground stops and significant security screening delays in recent weeks due to the ongoing government shutdown.

Control towers across the U.S. are experiencing staff shortages, which is causing delays at LAX, SAN, SNA, ONT, and BUR.

Flights were delayed at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Tuesday, Nov. 4. What travelers should know about the ground delay.

Atlanta airport faced delays and cancellations amid a government shutdown, affecting travel plans and community services.

It's challenging to travel these days without delays, and the problem is compounded by the government shutdown, which has prompted hundreds, if not thousands, of TSA workers to call in sick as they have now gone without a paycheck for more than a month.

Operations were back to normal Monday at San Diego International Airport, a day after tower staffing issues linked to the federal government shutdown caused widespread delays, airport officials said.