2.9 million screened at US airports for Memorial Day sets new record

ATLANTA, Georgia: The largest number of passengers ever screened at US airports was seen prior to the Memorial Day weekend.

According to the US Transportation Security Administration, over 2.9 million travelers were screened at U.S. airports on Thursday, May 23, becoming the largest number ever.

"Officers have set a new record for most travelers screened in a single day!" the TSA tweeted. "We recommend ar