Thousands of flights have been delayed or canceled across the country as Americans face another day of travel uncertainty.

Follow live updates as flight reductions begin today at 40 high-traffic airports in what officials have described as a "proactive" effort to alleviate pressure points.

Travelers can expect to see fewer flights to many major U.S. cities starting Friday morning. That's when the Federal Aviation Administration says it will reduce traffic across 40 airports to ease the load on the nation’s air traffic controllers.

Transport Secretary Sean Duffy acknowledged things are already bad and said they’re “only going to get worse.”

Follow live updates on delays, cancellations and FAA impacts as airlines cut flights amid the government shutdown.

Officials say the move is in response to mounting pressure on air traffic controllers who've gone without pay as the shutdown continues.

This week on Eye on Politics, reporter Jack Fink discusses how the government shutdown is impacting flights. Additionally, he speaks with Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson about the future of Dallas City Hall,

The record-long government shutdown is affecting air travel and food stamp benefits. Follow here for the latest news updates.