July 17, 2025

“The liquids, I’m questioning. So that may be the next big announcement is what size your liquids need to be.”
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem on potential upcoming changes to airport security requirements.
Why It Matters: The U.S. government recently announced a new change to airport security, allowing travelers to leave their shoes on while going through security screenings for the first time in nearly 20 years.
Right now, the limit for a carry-on liquid is 3.4 oz, which was implemented in 2006.
First the shoes went back on. Now, at US airport security, more liquid in carry-ons may be at hand
by Jenna Lee, Founder of SmartHER News




