WASHINGTON D.C. – Representative Mike Gallagher (R-WI) arrived in washington, D.C., on November 12, 2025, by motorcycle, circumventing notable travel disruptions impacting air travel nationwide. The Wisconsin congressman opted for two wheels after widespread flight cancellations and delays threatened too impede his return to the Capitol for crucial legislative votes.
The unusual commute underscores the escalating challenges facing travelers as winter weather and increased demand strain the nation’s transportation infrastructure. Gallagher’s decision highlights the lengths to which lawmakers are going to fulfill thier duties amidst logistical hurdles, and comes as Congress faces a looming deadline to address several key pieces of legislation, including funding bills to avert a government shutdown. The incident also draws attention to the vulnerability of essential government functions to disruptions in travel networks.
Gallagher detailed his journey on social media, posting images of himself riding his motorcycle toward the nation’s capital. “Flights are canceled,so I’m riding in to vote,” he wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on November 12,2025,at approximately 08:00 EST. He further stated the ride covered roughly 600 miles.
The Federal Aviation Governance (FAA) reported significant disruptions across the contry on November 11 and 12, 2025, attributing the issues to a combination of severe weather systems and higher-than-anticipated travel volume. Major airlines, including United, American, and Delta, canceled hundreds of flights, leaving thousands of passengers stranded.Gallagher, a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, is expected to participate in votes related to national security and the federal budget this week. His presence in Washington is considered vital for the advancement of these legislative priorities.
