ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - With the partial federal government shutdown continuing and Thanksgiving just a month away, travelers are facing potential disruptions that could cost them money and little recourse for compensation.

The uncertainty centers around Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staffing levels and what happens if workers don’t show up for their shifts, creating long security lines that could cause passengers to miss flights.

If airlines cancel flights due to the shutdown, the U.S. Department of Transportation requires carriers to issue refunds, even for non-refundable tickets. However, if TSA worker shortages create delays that cause passengers to miss their flights, travelers are not entitled to refunds.

For travelers who have booked expensive vacat

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