Enhanced Role for Immigration Officers at US Airports
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President Donald Trump’s decision to order federal immigration agents to U.S. airports to help with security during a budget impasse is drawing concerns that their presence may escalate tensions among air travelers frustrated over hourslong waits and screeners angry about missed paychecks.
President Trump's plan to deploy federal immigration officers at U.S. airports amid a government shutdown raises concerns over traveler tensions and operational efficiency.
US airports are already stretched with long lines and unpaid staff. Now, Trump wants immigration officers to step in. Will it ease the chaos — or make things worse?
Local and state police officials were asked Thursday to explain the violent clashes between Vermont law enforcement agents and protesters during a federal immigration operation last week in South Burlington.
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer on Sunday questioned the Department of Homeland Security's training of immigration officers, calling Immigration and Customs Enforcement a “rogue force