March 12, 2026 - Global Entry Reopens for Travelers

📄 SHOW NOTES — News Report with AidanEpisode 52: “Global Entry Reopens — What Travelers Need to Know”Release Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026In today’s episode of News Report with Aidan, Aidan explains why the Global Entry program officially reopened on March 11 after being shut down for 17 days during the partial Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown. The closure caused long airport lines, delayed processing, and frustration for families and frequent travelers. With the program now restored, airports are already seeing smoother operations.Aidan breaks down what Global Entry is, why it matters, and what the reopening means for travelers.---What Kids Will Learn- What the Global Entry program does - Why the program was shut down for 17 days - How the DHS shutdown affected airports - What changes now that Global Entry has reopened - The basics of Global Entry 101 ---Episode Summary for Young Listeners- Global Entry reopened on March 11 at 5 a.m. Eastern Time - The program had been paused since February 22 - Travelers can now use fast customs kiosks again - Interviews, renewals, and new applications have restarted - Airports are reporting shorter lines and smoother arrivals