Kristi Noem says travelers without REAL ID will still be able to fly after deadline

Homeland security chief says people without new ID may be diverted to a different line, have an extra step'

Kristi Noem, the head of the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), said on Tuesday that travelers without a REAL ID will still be able to fly when the updated identity system comes into effect on 7 May, but they may face extra scrutiny at transportation security agency (TSA) checkpoints.

Noem told lawmakers that 81% of travelers already have IDs that comply with the REAL ID requirements, and that those that don't may be diverted to a different line, have an extra step".