US airlines cancel over 2000 flights, highest since shutdown cuts began; Duffy says it could get worse

US airline disruptions soared on Sunday as flight cancellations crossed 2,100, marking the highest since the federal government shutdown led to widespread operational cuts across the aviation sector.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that air traffic across the country could “slow to a trickle” if the government shutdown extends into the Thanksgiving holiday season, when a lot of people make travel plans.