The Rail Passengers Association, founded in 1967, acts as a voice for passenger trains, including Amtrak, commuter, and transit passengers. As the government shutdown enters its fourth week with no resolution in sight, the group is warning of potential travel disruptions, including on Amtrak, just as the busy holiday season nears.

Republican leaders’ warnings about growing flight delays and disruptions are proving accurate. With federal funding halted and paychecks delayed, the strain on aviation workers is mounting, and signs of discontent among air traffic controllers are emerging, threatening even more delays and cancellations as the FAA struggles with nationwide staffing shortages.

Although Amtrak operates more independently than agencies like the FAA, a prolonged loss of federal

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