ICE agents will deploy to 14 airports nationwide to assist amid a TSA workforce callout. Notably, the Bay Area airports are excluded from the deployment, according to ABC7 San Francisco.
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As another government shutdown disrupts air travel, debate intensifies over privatizing TSA screenings. Advocates argue it could ensure smoother operations during crises, while critics warn of security risks.
Twenty U.S. airports bypass TSA screeners by using private security firms, significantly reducing wait times and security delays. This shift aims to enhance traveler experience amid rising passenger numbers, Business Insider reports.