The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has extended from Oct. 1 this year to May 3, 2023 the full enforcement date of the new REAL ID, officials announced this week. The delay comes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which has impacted the ability of states to issue REAL ID-compliant drivers’ licenses and identification cards. DHS will publish an interim final rule in the coming days to effectuate this enforcement date change. “Protecting the health, safety, and security of our communities is our top priority,” said Homeland Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas. “As our country continues to recover from the COVID-19...