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Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

A Former TSA Agent Shares The No. 1 Reason Bags Get Flagged at Security-and How to Prevent It From Happening

Human error, especially with laptops, is the primary reason for carry-on luggage being flagged at airport security.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

US airport lines shorten as TSA workers get paid

Airports report shorter wait times, but LaGuardia still faces delays of up to two hours amid ongoing government shutdown.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

What Was Behind the T.S.A. Meltdown?

The airport experience deteriorated due to unpaid T.S.A. agents, leading to unprecedented wait times and chaos for travelers.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

A Former TSA Agent Shares The No. 1 Reason Bags Get Flagged at Security-and How to Prevent It From Happening

Human error, especially with laptops, is the primary reason for carry-on luggage being flagged at airport security.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

US airport lines shorten as TSA workers get paid

Airports report shorter wait times, but LaGuardia still faces delays of up to two hours amid ongoing government shutdown.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

What Was Behind the T.S.A. Meltdown?

The airport experience deteriorated due to unpaid T.S.A. agents, leading to unprecedented wait times and chaos for travelers.
#tsa
Washington DC
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Some airport wait times improve as TSA workers start to get paid

TSA workers are receiving paychecks, improving airport wait times, but uncertainty remains about long-term security line normalization and immigration officer presence.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

Nearly 500 TSA officers have quit since the shutdown, causing long security lines at airports during peak travel times.
US politics
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 days ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Senator decries new shoes-on security policy at US airports as reckless'

The new TSA policy allowing shoes on during scans raises security concerns, according to Senator Tammy Duckworth.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

Here Are the Best Ways to Track TSA Wait Times in Advance

Travelers can now track TSA airport security wait times through United Airlines' mobile app and other resources to better plan their trips.
Retirement
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

TSA officers describe tears, tough choices and dwindling savings from working without pay

TSA officers face financial hardship due to a funding dispute, leading to difficult choices and high absenteeism at airports.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Some airport wait times improve as TSA workers start to get paid

TSA workers are receiving paychecks, improving airport wait times, but uncertainty remains about long-term security line normalization and immigration officer presence.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

Privacy technologies
fromFortune
8 hours ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones | TechCrunch

Mikko Hyppönen emphasizes the invisible nature of cybersecurity work, comparing it to Tetris where successes vanish and failures accumulate.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Investigation underway for 1-alarm fire in secure area at SFO

A small fire in storage containers at San Francisco International Airport caused no injuries and had no impact on flight operations.
fromWIRED
2 days ago

CBP Facility Codes Sure Seem to Have Leaked Via Online Flashcards

The public Quizlet set contained information about alleged codes for specific facility entrances. 'Checkpoint doors code?' asked one card, with a specific four-digit combination listed in response.
Privacy professionals
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Overwhelmed' Prevent at risk of missing threats as referrals rise, UK counter-terror chief says

Prevent scheme faces overwhelming referrals, risking identification of genuine threats due to increased volume and lack of triage system.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

US marine detained after TSA finds live explosive round in checked bag

The marine told investigators he found the round in the field about a year ago and kept it, thinking it wasn't live. Due to extensive rust and corrosion, the round's original identifying paint markings were no longer visible, making it difficult to determine whether it was an inert training munition or a live explosive device.
Los Angeles
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
6 days ago

New contract for background investigations raises concerns about scale and risk

DCSA is modernizing its Case Processing Operations Center to enhance background investigations and incorporate Continuous Vetting for national security.
#ice
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago
US politics

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Editorial | Get ICE out of the airports. Now. | amNewYork

Deployment of ICE agents in airports is unjustifiable and undermines civil rights amid funding disputes for TSA and DHS.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

What is ICE actually doing at the airport?

The deployment of ICE agents at airports aims to manage crowds amid TSA staff shortages due to a government shutdown.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

ICE officers could remain at airports after TSA workers are paid

ICE agents may stay at airports even after TSA workers receive paychecks, depending on TSA staffing levels.
US politics
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

ICE is using commercial spyware domestically, raising constitutional concerns about warrantless surveillance and lack of oversight.
US politics
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Editorial | Get ICE out of the airports. Now. | amNewYork

Deployment of ICE agents in airports is unjustifiable and undermines civil rights amid funding disputes for TSA and DHS.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

What is ICE actually doing at the airport?

The deployment of ICE agents at airports aims to manage crowds amid TSA staff shortages due to a government shutdown.
fromFast Company
12 hours ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

The expansion of automatic license plate readers as a source of deep concern is evident as government authorities seek ways to target immigrant and transgender communities.
Privacy technologies
US politics
fromArs Technica
9 hours ago

CBP facility codes sure seem to have leaked via online flashcards

Immigration offenses and internal systems of CBP are detailed in flashcards, highlighting procedures and responsibilities of agents.
US news
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

United rolls out new app feature to help navigate DHS security nightmares

United Airlines introduces an app feature to track security wait times at major hubs to help customers navigate ongoing airport delays.
Information security
fromTheregister
3 days ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
#government-shutdown
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago
SF politics

The TSA staff shortage is dragging on at U.S. airports. Some experts say privatization is the solution

US news
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The TSA website has a warning travelers should know about right now

A government shutdown has caused TSA website outages, staff shortages of 50,000 security employees working without pay, and severe airport delays during spring break travel season.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

US: Hundreds of TSA agents quit, ICE patrols airports

A partial government shutdown has led to significant disruptions at US airports, with many TSA officers quitting and long security lines for travelers.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

TSA workers get temporary financial relief as Coast Guard civilians work with no pay during shutdown

Federal employees under the Department of Homeland Security, including Coast Guard civilians, remain unpaid during the partial government shutdown, impacting operations and morale.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

What Did the Partial D.H.S. Shutdown Accomplish?

Democrats faced challenges in funding negotiations, leading to multiple government shutdowns and unresolved immigration enforcement issues.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.
SF politics
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The TSA staff shortage is dragging on at U.S. airports. Some experts say privatization is the solution

Private security contractors at some U.S. airports maintain continuous operations during government shutdowns because their federal contracts ensure uninterrupted funding, unlike TSA-staffed airports that face disruptions.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

US: Hundreds of TSA agents quit, ICE patrols airports

A partial government shutdown has led to significant disruptions at US airports, with many TSA officers quitting and long security lines for travelers.
US politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

A $10 billion 'slush fund' to pay TSA agents: Trump's latest unilateral loophole, explained | Fortune

Political power in the U.S. is constitutionally vested in Congress, but Trump's actions during the government shutdown challenge this principle.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
#dhs
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago
US politics

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

US politics
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

The Department of Homeland Security's intelligence office faces consolidation and potential workforce reductions under Trump's proposed budget for 2027.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

Who Will Blink First on Paying TSA Agents?

Airports face severe delays due to TSA staffing issues linked to the DHS funding standoff over immigration enforcement reforms.
Travel
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

At the Airport at 2:30 a.m., It Had Already Begun. I Watched Our National Failure Unfold in Real Time.

JFK Airport faces unprecedented TSA wait times due to staffing shortages and high travel demand during peak season.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

TSA Tipped Off ICE About Woman Forcibly Detained at SFO

ICE agents detained Angelina Lopez-Jimenez at SFO after TSA flagged her in boarding logs, leading to a dramatic scene with onlookers protesting.
US politics
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

The FAA's "Temporary" Flight Restriction for Drones is a Blatant Attempt to Criminalize Filming ICE

The Trump administration's flight restriction limits the First Amendment right to record law enforcement using drones near ICE and CBP vehicles.
#homeland-security
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approved Homeland Security funds for TSA and other agencies, excluding immigration enforcement, amid ongoing budget impasse affecting travel and workers.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 week ago

As airport lines snarl, senators find a potential breakthrough in Homeland Security stalemate

Senators are negotiating a Homeland Security funding proposal that excludes ICE's enforcement operations amid ongoing budget disputes.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

Bill to fund Homeland Security fails again as concern grows about airport lines

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security failed in the Senate due to Democratic opposition and concerns over airport screening delays.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approved Homeland Security funds for TSA and other agencies, excluding immigration enforcement, amid ongoing budget impasse affecting travel and workers.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 week ago

As airport lines snarl, senators find a potential breakthrough in Homeland Security stalemate

Senators are negotiating a Homeland Security funding proposal that excludes ICE's enforcement operations amid ongoing budget disputes.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

Bill to fund Homeland Security fails again as concern grows about airport lines

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security failed in the Senate due to Democratic opposition and concerns over airport screening delays.
#congress
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Congress loses a flying perk as DHS shutdown continues

Members of Congress will lose special flight services from Delta Airlines due to the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

CA senators demand answers from DHS after ICE arrest tied to TSA data at San Francisco Airport

Senators Padilla and Schiff demand answers from DHS regarding TSA data use for immigration enforcement after an airport arrest.
US politics
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Deadline issued for UFO videos as Congress warns of 'threat' to US

Lawmakers demand federal agencies release UFO videos by April 14, 2026, citing potential threats to US military forces.
#dhs-shutdown
US news
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Airport Security Challenges in the Midst of the DHS Shutdown

DHS shutdown causes TSA staffing shortages, creating extended airport security lines nationwide as spring travel increases.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

When Will TSA Wait Times Get Back to Normal?

The DHS shutdown has become the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history, causing significant disruptions at airports.
US news
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Airport Security Challenges in the Midst of the DHS Shutdown

DHS shutdown causes TSA staffing shortages, creating extended airport security lines nationwide as spring travel increases.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

When Will TSA Wait Times Get Back to Normal?

The DHS shutdown has become the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history, causing significant disruptions at airports.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Heads Down! Hands Up!' Passengers Capture Scary Moment Feds Storm Plane to Deal With Possible Security Matter'

Southwest Flight 2094 made an emergency landing in Atlanta after a possible security matter, with federal officers and police boarding to detain a passenger amid reports of a bomb threat.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 week ago

TSA crisis: Nearly 500 officers have quit, and callout rates climb at airports nationwide

Republican senators proposed funding for DHS but excluded immigration enforcement, while TSA faces significant staffing issues due to the ongoing budget impasse.
#immigration
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

TSA-ICE data sharing at SFO arrest raises new concerns over how DHS systems are used

Federal agencies' sharing of passenger data raises concerns following the arrest of a Guatemalan mother and child at San Francisco International Airport.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

'No practical use': TSA experts say Trump's ICE deployments won't help with airport security

Shifting ICE personnel to airports aims to alleviate TSA staffing shortages but will have minimal impact on security operations.
US politics
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

ICE Agents Are Being Deployed to U.S. Airports Amid Shutdown-What Travelers Should Expect

Federal immigration officers are being deployed to U.S. airports to address security issues amid a partial government shutdown.
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

TSA-ICE data sharing at SFO arrest raises new concerns over how DHS systems are used

Federal agencies' sharing of passenger data raises concerns following the arrest of a Guatemalan mother and child at San Francisco International Airport.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

'No practical use': TSA experts say Trump's ICE deployments won't help with airport security

Shifting ICE personnel to airports aims to alleviate TSA staffing shortages but will have minimal impact on security operations.
US politics
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

ICE Agents Are Being Deployed to U.S. Airports Amid Shutdown-What Travelers Should Expect

Federal immigration officers are being deployed to U.S. airports to address security issues amid a partial government shutdown.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Trump says he'll sign order to pay TSA agents as Congress struggles to reach funding deal

Trump plans to sign an emergency order to pay TSA agents amid ongoing budget impasse affecting airports and workers.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Kaitlan Collins Says Staffers Still Figuring Out How To Pay TSA After New Trump Promise

Trump's staff is uncertain about funding TSA agents despite his executive order during the government shutdown.
#ice-deployment
US politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

ICE agents deployed to NYC airports do not appear to help ease TSA lines

ICE agents deployed to NYC airports are not effectively assisting TSA, raising concerns about their actual purpose.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

What Exactly Are ICE Agents Doing at Airports?

ICE agents deployed to airports to assist TSA amid staffing shortages, but their specific roles remain unclear and have drawn skepticism.
US politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

ICE agents deployed to NYC airports do not appear to help ease TSA lines

ICE agents deployed to NYC airports are not effectively assisting TSA, raising concerns about their actual purpose.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

What Exactly Are ICE Agents Doing at Airports?

ICE agents deployed to airports to assist TSA amid staffing shortages, but their specific roles remain unclear and have drawn skepticism.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 week ago

'Another disaster waiting to happen': Sending ICE agents into airports incites uproar as TSA wait times stretch hours long

The U.S. government shutdown has caused severe airport delays, prompting the deployment of ICE agents to assist TSA amid funding disputes.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Senior Trump officials seem to have no idea what ICE agents are supposed to be doing at airports

There is significant confusion among top officials regarding the role of ICE agents at U.S. airports.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Chaos at Airports Isn't Ending Anytime Soon

Air travel in the U.S. is experiencing significant disruptions due to staffing shortages and operational challenges.
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