Beginning May 7, Americans will not be able to go through airport security or enter federal buildings without Real ID. The Onion shares everything you need to know about Real ID amid the looming deadline.
Q: What am I required to do to obtain a Real ID?
A: Way, way too much.
Q: Do I need an appointment to get my Real ID at the DMV?
A: Your local DMV dares you not to make an appointment and see how that turns out.
Q: Why did Congress pass the Real ID Act in the first place?
A: You promised to never forget.
Q: How will Glen Powell be affected by Real ID?
A: Whether or not he applies before the deadline, Powell will likely remain one of the most promising up-and-coming movie stars able to please both critics and audiences alike.
Q: As the U.S. teeters on the edge of authoritarianism, is opting into a federally mandated ID program a good idea?
A: Depends how badly you want to visit Jacksonville.
Q: What happens if I fail to get a Real ID by the deadline?
A: You will have to find ways to confront your own mortality that don’t include plane crashes.
