US President Donald Trump has urged air traffic controllers to return to work amid escalating flight cancellations. Staffing shortages during the government shutdown have led to 20% to 40% of controllers absent at major airports. In a social media post, Trump threatened to penalize those who do not comply while promising $10,000 bonuses for dedicated workers, although details on how these bonuses would be funded remain unclear. The situation has resulted in significant disruptions, with over 2,380 flights cancelled and 8,900 delayed on Monday alone.
