The Biden administration has announced a controversial new plan: by 2025, air travel will be off-limits to Americans who do not carry a new digital ID inspired by the World Economic Forum (WEF). This move is expected to impact millions of travelers and has sparked significant debate across the nation.
Journalist Patrick Webb reports that the US government plans to roll out its federal ID program, known as Real ID, on May 7, 2025. This program mandates that all adults must replace their traditional state-issued IDs with Real IDs to board domestic flights.
According to Webb, this requirement effectively bans air travel for anyone without a Real ID. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has already begun promoting this change on its website, asking, “Are you REAL ID ready?”
Starting May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must have a Real ID to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities. This change raises significant concerns about privacy and state surveillance.
The Real ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005 and signed by President George W. Bush, aimed to standardize the issuance of ID cards, driver’s licenses, and similar forms of identification. However, critics argue that it essentially creates a national ID card through indirect means. Opponents claim this is un-American and believe it will lead to Americans being treated as second-class citizens if they do not comply.
Without a Real ID, a U.S. passport remains the only other option for domestic air travel. However, fewer than half of Americans have a passport, according to the U.S. Department of State. This leaves Real ID or Enhanced ID as the primary alternatives.
Enhanced IDs, valid only for land or sea travel to Mexico and Canada, are issued by just five states: Washington, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, and Vermont. This limitation further complicates travel for many Americans.
Critics argue that the federal Real ID program aligns with the globalist climate agenda known as “net zero emissions,” which aims to reduce air travel significantly. This has led to speculation that the goal is to curtail air travel for a large portion of the American public, particularly those wary of government overreach.
The implementation of Real ID raises questions about states’ rights and federal overreach. Many wonder why states allowed the federal government to take control of the identification process. This concern extends to other areas where federal influence has grown, such as education, healthcare, and transportation.
Privacy watchdog groups, like the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), argue that Real ID essentially forces states to turn driver’s licenses into national IDs, which carry severe privacy implications. EFF asserts that the goal of improving national security through Real ID is misguided and will instead lead to the erosion of privacy and expansion of state surveillance.
EFF compares Real ID to the Social Security number, which began as a simple identifier but evolved into a crucial component of numerous government services and private databases.
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) shares concerns about Real ID, emphasizing the financial and administrative burdens it imposes. The ACLU has joined states in opposing the law and advocating for its repeal, highlighting the strain it places on individuals and state governments alike.
As the 2025 deadline approaches, Americans face a pivotal decision regarding their travel plans and privacy rights. The introduction of Real ID represents a significant shift in how identification is handled in the U.S., with widespread implications for domestic travel.
Whether you view it as a necessary step for national security or an overreach of federal power, the Real ID program is set to change the landscape of air travel in America. As debates continue and more people become aware of the upcoming requirements, the nation must grapple with the balance between security and privacy in the modern age.
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Whether you view it as a necessary step for national security or an overreach of federal power, the Real ID program is set to change the landscape of air travel in America. As debates continue and more people become aware of the upcoming requirements, the nation must grapple with the balance between security and privacy in the modern age.