Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy delivered a strong warning on Tuesday that the ongoing government shutdown could trigger widespread “mass chaos” in the nation’s skies if it continues, particularly after air traffic controllers miss a second paycheck.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) workforce, especially air traffic controllers who are essential for safe and efficient air travel, have already missed one paycheck on October 28 due to the shutdown with the next paycheck scheduled for November 11.

What he’s saying: Duffy cautioned, “Many of the controllers said ‘A lot of us can navigate missing one paycheck. Not everybody, but a lot of us can. None of us can manage missing two paychecks.’” • He stated with urgency, “So if you bring us to a week from today, Democrats, you will

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