US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has found a surprising number of prohibited items being allowed into the country by Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers in recent months. This discovery was made after an investigation was launched to review security protocols at some US airports.
According to CBP, these lapses in security were due to inadequate training and lack of vigilance among TSA personnel. The agency is now taking steps to address these issues and ensure that all prohibited items are being properly screened at the border.
CBP officials expressed concern about the potential risks posed by these lax measures, including increased threats to national security and public health. They emphasized the importance of strict adherence to security protocols and called for enhanced training programs for TSA officers.
The investigation is ongoing, and CBP is working closely with the TSA to identify and address any gaps in their security procedures. The agency has promised to take swift action to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
Source: https://www.tsa.gov/news/press/releases/2024/12/20/tsa-officers-lax-discover-surprising-number-prohibited-items