If you’re flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport right now, be ready to wait, a long time. Travelers say TSA lines are topping 3 hours plus, with some people missing flights even after getting there early. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are now inside terminals, but they’re mostly helping manage crowds, not running security.
Experts say only Transportation Security Administration officers can actually screen passengers. So far, people say the extra help hasn’t sped things up. Bottom line, if you’re flying, get there much earlier than usual.