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At the Last Minute, Government Shutdown Flight Restrictions Came for the Private Jets (gizmodo.com)

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[–] ChicoSuave@lemmy.world 16 points 1 day ago

Ah. So the senators gave up our rights so the rich can keep flying. Glad to know our rights are being used so well.

[–] aramis87@fedia.io 13 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Fucking finally!

[–] A_A@lemmy.world 7 points 1 day ago

... yes but : 5 minutes later the shutdown ends. Not a coincidence. USA is so fucked.

[–] dhork@lemmy.world 11 points 1 day ago

"Sorry, folks, since I can't take my regular jet to Reagan Airport and I might have to talk with the poors if I fly Commercial, we can't swear in that new Representative until my limo gets there from Louisiana, and I have a small bladder so will be making frequent stops." - Mike Johnson (Probably)