Philadelphia travelers react after Trump suggests using ICE agents at airports to assist TSA
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- President Trump suggested deploying Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to airports to handle security if Congress does not fund the Department of Homeland Security amid the government shutdown.
- Travelers and airport workers expressed mixed reactions, with some questioning ICE agents' training and emotional intelligence for security roles, while others supported the idea as a means to maintain safety.
- Concerns were raised about the potential impact on the travel experience, with some fearing increased stress and a less efficient process due to ICE's controversial reputation.
- Trump indicated ICE agents would focus on arresting individuals in the country illegally but did not specify detailed security responsibilities.
- No changes to airport security have been announced, and the Department of Homeland Security has not yet commented on the proposal.
