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YES.
The TWIC is specifically listed as a valid credential on TSA's website. Identification
However, the screener might not recognize it immediately. I have witnessed instances where less common identification was incorrectly questioned.
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Not true! Traveling home from the New Orleans Airport through TSA Security and attempted to use my TWIC for my ID. The TSA agent refused and demanded a DL or Passport as identification. I asked why, when the TWIC is issued by the TSA and it was a "card reader" issue. Their equipment doesn't "read" their TSA-issued identification. (smh!)
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I have used a TWIC card as travel ID within the US for over a year. I never show my driver's license and I do not have a passport. I have found that every TSA agent recognizes the TWIC card because they themselves are required to have one in order to work at the airport.
Not only that, but because I wear my TWIC card on a lanyard around my neck, I often get the 10% airport employee discount at the airport lobby stores and food places because they think I work at the airport. So, yes, the TWIC card is a valid ID for domestic air travel.