EPISODE · Mar 27, 2026 · 8 MIN
✈️ Secret Airport Checkpoint Exposed & TSA Lines In Crisis — Plus Bilt's Latest Move You Need to Know About
from Miles & Points Daily Podcast · host Miles & Points Daily Podcast
President Trump has invoked emergency authority to pay TSA screeners after weeks of a partial government shutdown caused multi-hour security lines at major airports, but with nearly 500 officers already having quit, full recovery won't be immediate. United Airlines was caught quietly routing top elite status holders through a hidden checkpoint at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental, bypassing the chaos that regular travelers are enduring. Bilt dropped two big updates on the same day, including a powerful new Points Path integration in its app and an April Rent Day transfer bonus to Wyndham — though experts are skeptical of the value. The U.S. government has issued a serious warning for travelers transiting Hong Kong, where new national security laws now compel passengers to unlock devices at the airport. Rounding out today's show: a time-sensitive 100K United Business Card offer, a free 300 AAdvantage miles trick, Lufthansa's first class overhaul, and a brand new Amex lounge opening in Shanghai.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
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President Trump has invoked emergency authority to pay TSA screeners after weeks of a partial government shutdown caused multi-hour security lines at major airports, but with nearly 500 officers already having quit, full recovery won't be immediate. United Airlines was caught quietly routing top elite status holders through a hidden checkpoint at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental, bypassing the chaos that regular travelers are enduring. Bilt dropped two big updates on the same day, including a powerful new Points Path integration in its app and an April Rent Day transfer bonus to Wyndham — though experts are skeptical of the value. The U.S. government has issued a serious warning for travelers transiting Hong Kong, where new national security laws now compel passengers to unlock devices at the airport. Rounding out today's show: a time-sensitive 100K United Business Card offer, a free 300 AAdvantage miles trick, Lufthansa's first class overhaul, and a brand new Amex lounge opening in Shanghai.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
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