Scene at MSP airport: Government shutdown leads to nationwide flight cancellations & delays

Travelers at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport are facing flight cancellations and delays. The ongoing government shutdown — now in its 38th day — is taking a toll on air travel operations, with reductions hitting 40 airports nationwide. Airlines are struggling to manage limited staffing and increasing passenger backlogs, while frustrated travelers scramble to rebook and reroute. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis is at MSP with the latest on the travel disruptions, airline responses, and how passengers can check their flight status at FlightAware.com.