Bob in Boston

Seems like we Beating a dead horse here. Im out

I agree that TSA/Pre and Global Entry are funded by Fees. If TSA does not Staff TSAPre it wont be open due to the lack of Bodies at the Airport. TSA is funded by Air travelers, Congress and Homeland Security. Due to the Partial shutdown they are not 100% funded.

The workers who man the TSAPre lines are all part of of the TSA. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is primarily funded through a combination of mandatory "9/11 security fees" collected from airline passengers and discretionary, annual appropriations from Congress, forming part of the Department of Homeland Security's budget. As of 2026, a significant portion of these passenger fees is diverted to the general treasury for deficit reduction. www.tsa.gov +3 Key Funding Sources: Passenger Security Fee: Often called the "9/11 security fee," this is collected by air carriers from passengers at the time of ticket purchase. It currently stands at $5.60 per one-way trip, with a cap of $11.20 per round-trip. Congressional Appropriations: Congress provides discretionary funding, especially for major equipment procurement, infrastructure, and salary increases. General Fund: A portion of the fees collected is deposited into the Treasury General Fund, with billion set for FY2026, as per the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018. www.tsa.gov +5 Budgetary Allocation: Operations & Staffing: The majority of the budget covers employee salaries, training, and operational costs. Technology & Infrastructure: Funding includes the procurement of explosive detection systems (EDS) and checkpoint technologies. House Homeland Democrats (.gov) +3 With total budget outlays in the billions, TSA funding is increasingly tied to long-term legislative adjustments to address inflation and staffing needs.

Its a matter of funding with the partial government shutdown, not fraud,

Try doing a Mysocialsecurity account (my Social Security | SSA) and see if the number is active yet.

Hi, Old User is correct. I think it will be hard to find someone in your circumstanceson here as I have not seen it before (6+ years). I googledit and This is what AI sent. Give you a little direction to follow AI Overview Yes, if you are on an E-2 visa and marry a U.S. citizen, you can generally adjust your status (apply for a green card) from within the U.S. by filing Form I-485, because you entered legally, but you must have a bona fide marriage, and it creates a conflict with your E-2's non-immigrant intent, so it's crucial to work with an experienced immigration lawyer to navigate the process and prove your marriage is genuine, not just for immigration. Key Considerations & Steps: Legal Entry is Key: Since the E-2 is a lawful, non-immigrant visa, you can use your legal entry to apply for adjustment of status as an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen. File Forms I-130 & I-485: Your U.S. citizen spouse files Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative), and you file Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status). Bona Fide Marriage: You must prove your marriage is real, not just for immigration, which is where the E-2's investor intent conflicts with permanent residency intent. No Travel (Initially): You generally cannot travel outside the U.S. after applying for adjustment of status until your Advance Parole document (employment authorization/travel permit) is approved, as it could be seen as abandoning your application, though rules can be complex. Potential Conflicts: Marriage suggests you want to stay, contradicting the E-2's requirement to leave, so lawyers help manage this tension, often advising against travel. Important Caveats: Misrepresentation: Entering on an E-2 with the secret intent to marry and stay can be seen as misrepresentation. Consult an Attorney: This is a complex area; getting legal advice from an immigration lawyer experienced with E-2s and marriage-based green cards is essential. In summary, marriage to a U.S. citizen provides a path to a green card, but you need to manage the transition carefully with legal guidance, especially given the E-2 visa's specific conditions. Good Luck!

I 4th that opinion, Too much going on in your file right now. Stay home.

Carry Your Papers..... Problem solved

From Portland Oregon

Slow because of Holiday? Maybe.

Houston Massachusetts????? No Such Animal

Send it. If he does not need it fine, he can send it back or bring it back once he gets here. Better to have it and not need it than to not have it and need it. Will only cause delays.

Your Point?

My step daughter filed on 1st of july. Had her interview at Boston Ma on the 16th of October and recieved her and her daughters green cards on the 30th. Good Luck

Was his work Visa terminated or was he forced to go home with an order from immigration. Sometimes terminoligy matters. When your work visa here is no longer valid it is on you to go home. If you overstay and get brought in front of Judge you get deported. What was it?