Posts

US Warns it Will Run out of Money to Pay Airport Security Workers in Coming Weeks

/0 Comments/in , /by

US airports could face a new wave of long security lines as early as May after ​the nation’s homeland security chief said on Tuesday that he will run ‌out of money to pay for 50,000 workers due to a partial government shutdown.

President Donald Trump in late March directed DHS to use emergency funds to pay Transportation Security Administration workers who had gone without paychecks ​for about six weeks, causing disruptions at US airports.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne ​Mullin told “Fox and Friends” on Tuesday that the money would run out ⁠by early May.

“That money is dried up if I continue down this path the first ​week of May, because my payroll at DHS is just over $1.6 billion every two weeks,” ​Mullin said.

He said after the next paycheck, “There is no more emergency fund, so the president can’t do another executive order for us to use money, because there’s no more money there.” (Read more from “US Warns it Will Run out of Money to Pay Airport Security Workers in Coming Weeks” HERE)

Trump Deploying ICE to Airports to Ease Crowded TSA Lines — as NYC Travelers Face Security Line Hell

/0 Comments/in , /by

ICE officers will be deployed to airports to help clear the horrendous security lines for the TSA, which ran out of funding more than a month ago because of a Democrat shutdown, President Trump announced Sunday.

The move is meant to speed up security lines, which have stretched up to three hours at some airports as TSA agents walk off the job or call out sick because they haven’t been paid in weeks.

“On Monday, ICE will be going to airports to help our wonderful TSA Agents who have stayed on the job despite the fact that the Radical Left Democrats, who are only focused on protecting hard line criminals who have entered our Country illegally, are endangering the USA by holding back the money that was long ago agreed to with signed and sealed contracts, and all,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

The president predicted his decision to send the federal immigration agents to airports nationwide would be met with criticism from the left.

“But watch, no matter how great a job ICE does, the Lunatics leading the incompetent Dems will be highly critical of their work,” Trump said, asserting, “THEY WILL DO A FANTASTIC JOB.” (Read more from “Trump Deploying ICE to Airports to Ease Crowded TSA Lines — as NYC Travelers Face Security Line Hell” HERE)

TSA Callouts Threaten to Shut Airports Down Completely as Dem Shutdown Persists

/0 Comments/in , /by

Airports all across the country are on the brink of closure as TSA agents continue to ride a jet stream of resignations and callouts, warned TSA’s acting deputy administrator Adam Stahl.

“It’s not hyperbole to suggest that we may have to quite literally shut down airports, particularly smaller ones, if call-out rates go up,” Stahl told CNN.

About 50,000 TSA workers have been working without pay since the Department of Homeland Security shutdown on Feb. 14.

More than 350 agents nationwide have flat-out quit the force, the DHS reported.

Thousands of others are calling out sick every day. (Read more from “TSA Callouts Threaten to Shut Airports Down Completely as Dem Shutdown Persists” HERE)

TSA Air Marshals Too Busy Targeting Jan. 6, Terror Suspects to Police Migrants Flying around US Without IDs: Sources

/1 Comment/in , /by

US air marshals are so distracted tracking Jan. 6 suspects and other domestic threats that they are not devoting enough resources to policing the thousands of migrants flying around the country without IDs, sources say.

A TSA employee told The Post that Americans “should feel horrible” and “threatened” about the terrifying situation.

“None of the people that are coming through the border who are getting flight tickets are getting vetted by hardly any manner,’’ while US citizens are being forced to tightly adhere to airport security’s stringent ID requirements, the source said.

Meanwhile, federal air marshals have orders to focus their attention on targets of the Transportation Security Administration’s “Quiet Skies Program,” including suspected terrorists and, in recent years, individuals who took part in the Jan. 6 riots at the US Capitol, sources said.

“We’re scrutinizing our own people and letting other countries, other nationalities just come and do whatever they want to in our country. And Air Marshals aren’t getting put on those flights,” the source explained. (Read more from “TSA Air Marshals Too Busy Targeting Jan. 6, Terror Suspects to Police Migrants Flying around US Without IDs: Sources” HERE)

Photo credit: Flickr

Why Tulsi Gabbard Was Put on TSA’s Suspected Terror Watchlist

/2 Comments/in , , /by

Republican Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (R-HI) is speaking out after the Biden Administration quietly put her on the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) terrorist watchlist.

Last month, Gabbard and her husband were at the airport waiting to board their flight when they found that their boarding passes were marked with “SSSS,” which stands for “Quad S.” This means that a passenger is viewed as a potential threat and subject to random searches. She also will unknowingly have two explosive detection canine teams, a transportation security specialist, an undercover TSA supervisor, and three federal air marshals on any flight she boards.

“I had the audacity to tell the truth: that Kamala Harris would essentially be a mouthpiece and puppet of the Military Industrial Complex and National Security State. The next day, July 23, they retaliated,” Gabbard said. “Sadly, this is what we can expect from the ‘Harris’Administration.”

Gabbard said, via Racket News, that she didn’t think much of it until she saw an article in Uncover DC revealing that the Republican had been put on the TSA’s “Quiet Skies” list.

“When I saw that, I thought, ‘Wow, okay. So everything I was experiencing was exactly what I feared was going on,” she said. “It’s bringing to the forefront… how brazen the political retaliation and abuse of power continues to be under the Biden-Harris administration.”

(Read more from “Why Tulsi Gabbard Was Put on TSA’s Suspected Terror Watchlist” HERE)

Photo credit: Flickr

‘All These Rules for Nothing’: Former NFL Star Goes on Absolute Tirade Against Airport TSA

/0 Comments/in , , /by

. . .TJ Ward, an ex-NFL safety, is sick and tired of airport Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents making contact with his private parts.

An eight-year NFL veteran who last played in 2017 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Ward launched an absolute nuke in the direction of airport TSA, specifically at their security checks. And this came after he took a trip recently which reportedly got a little too touchy and that Ward straight-up wasn’t a fan of.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Ward went on a tirade against airport TSA security personnel, claiming they’ve been pulling him aside to worry “about [his] ball sack.” . . .

Basically, he got patted down, and according to Ward, it was more him being sexually assaulted — and that’s a quote! . . .

Now, fortunately for me, I usually always pass through the metal detectors with no problem, but I’ve always felt like TSA goes a bit overboard with their security measures. I mean, yeah, I get it, we’ve gotta stay safe and all that jazz, but do any of y’all really like getting groped by the TSA? (Read more from “‘All These Rules for Nothing’: Former NFL Star Goes on Absolute Tirade Against Airport TSA” HERE)

Senator Subjected to TSA Pat Down Days After Calling to Nix the Agency: ‘Maybe It’s a Coincidence’

/0 Comments/in , /by

Republican Sen. Mike Lee of Utah noted in a post on X that days after calling for the abolition of the Transportation Security Administration, he was subjected to a pat down.

“Update: days after calling to abolish TSA, I got ‘randomly selected’ for the needlessly slow, thorough TSA screening & patdown. Maybe it’s a coincidence. Or not. Impossible to know. That’s part of the problem with having a federal agency in charge of airport security,” Lee wrote in a Thursday post on X.

In a Monday post, Lee, who has served in the Senate since early 2011, called for nixing the TSA and suggested that airlines could assume the responsibility of ensuring the security of their flights.

“It’s time to abolish the TSA. Airlines can and will secure their own planes if a federal agency doesn’t do it for them. They’ll do it better than TSA, without undermining the Constitution and with less groping—showing more respect for passengers,” he wrote.

The agency was created in the wake of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks. “The Aviation and Transportation Security Act, passed by the 107th Congress and signed on November 19, 2001, established TSA,” according to tsa.gov.

(Read more from “Senator Subjected to TSA Pat Down Days After Calling to Nix the Agency: ‘Maybe It’s a Coincidence'” HERE)

TSA Precheck Goes Touchless: ID-Free Travel at Select Airports

/5 Comments/in , /by

TSA PreCheck members can now experience a touchless travel process at certain airports, eliminating the need to present ID or boarding passes. United Airlines has initiated this innovative service at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and partially at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

United Airlines recently introduced TSA PreCheck Touchless ID at O’Hare International Airport, allowing travelers to drop off their bags and navigate through security without the need to present identification. The touchless ID service is also available at the TSA PreCheck security checkpoint.

To utilize the touchless ID service, TSA PreCheck customers need to register their Known Traveler Number (KTN) through United when booking or checking in for their flight. By opting in for facial scan identification, travelers can take advantage of the touchless experience. At the airport, passengers can follow signs to the PreCheck Touchless ID kiosk, located next to the regular PreCheck lane, where they can scan their faces and proceed to the security checkpoint.

United Airlines is pioneering this technology in Chicago and Los Angeles, with plans to expand the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID to additional hubs throughout the year.

This development joins other recent security updates in the aviation industry, such as the PreCheck service in Las Vegas, the Delta Digital ID in multiple locations, the American Airlines Mobile ID in Washington D.C., and Global Entry processes. These advancements leverage facial recognition technology to enhance security and facilitate a smoother journey for both passengers and Transportation Security Officers (TSOs).

Photo credit: Flickr

We Are Watching the DEI Demise of Airlines Happening in Real Time and It Is Terrifying

/2 Comments/in , , /by

Air travel (particularly within the U.S.) has been a traveler’s nightmare for decades. Unlike those photos from the ’50s where airports looked like visions of the future and everyone on the plane was dressed to the nines and flying in luxury, modern air travel, including the airports, often leaves much to be desired. . .

But up until very recently, at the very least, you could usually count on air travel to be (mostly) safe.

Today, as every airline seems to embrace the destructive force known as DEI, even safety seems to be flying out the window (sorry, bad joke in this context).

For instance, take a look at this recent Virgin Airlines flight from Manchester, UK, to New York City:

. . .Oh, you may be saying, but that’s just one flight. It happens. ‘Pobody’s nerfect,’ right?

(Read more from “We Are Watching the DEI Demise of Airlines Happening in Real Time and It Is Terrifying” HERE)

Photo credit: Flickr

🚀 Why Your Support Matters:

In the past 20 years, we’ve garnered hundreds of thousands of monthly views, expanded our influence with engaging articles, and delivered exclusive content every week. However, the journey to safeguard liberty online comes with its challenges. As pioneers, we faced the adversity of being one of the first political websites nationwide to be demonetized by Google.

💪 Dependence on You:

We’ve weathered storms, but today, we rely entirely on your generosity to keep our platform alive. Your support is not just a donation; it’s a partnership in upholding the values that define us. Together, let’s defy challenges and ensure Restoring Liberty thrives for another two decades.

🌐 How You Can Make a Difference:

Your contribution is a vital lifeline for us. By donating HERE, you become an integral part of our mission. Every dollar is an investment in preserving a powerful conservative voice that resonates across the nation.

🙏 Join Us in Shaping the Future:

Help us overcome the financial hurdles that come with independence. Your donation paves the way for continued growth, impact, and influence. Together, let’s empower Restoring Liberty to shape the future of conservative values.

🔗 Donate HERE and be a Guardian of Liberty!

Thank you for being the backbone of Restoring Liberty. With your support, we’ll stand strong for another two decades and beyond!

Airport Signs Spark Outrage as U.S. Travelers Question Why Migrants Don’t Require ID

/6 Comments/in , /by

Recent signs at certain US airports have triggered outrage among American travelers, suggesting special treatment for newly arrived migrants by allowing them to board flights without presenting proper identification. While US citizens are required to show valid identification to board domestic flights, the signs indicate different rules for migrants who have entered the country using the CBP One app.

The signs claim that the Transport Security Administration (TSA) is collaborating with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to “validate adult non-US citizen travel documentation when the traveler does not otherwise have an acceptable form of identification.” This allows migrants, approximately 45,000 people per month, to use the CBP One app as their travel document, granting them the option to decide whether officers can take their picture.

Retired CBP Chief Patrol Agent Chris Clem expressed concern about the optics of this practice, stating, “I’m an American citizen, and I’m quite offended that these migrants that have come in here are getting preferential treatment and being prioritized in so many ways.”

Critics argue that while those entering the country via the CBP One app provide biometric information such as fingerprints during border interviews, there are concerns about the limited information authorities have about individuals at that point. Clem questions the reliability of the information provided by individuals who arrived at the border with no passport or ID card, emphasizing the potential risks associated with verifying identities solely based on what individuals claim.

The controversy raises broader questions about security and verification procedures at the border, especially as authorities grapple with the challenge of processing large numbers of migrants. Critics argue that preferential treatment for certain travelers may undermine the integrity of identification processes and create potential risks, particularly if illegal aliens arrive with minimal documentation.

Despite concerns and calls for clarification, the TSA, CBP, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have not provided responses to inquiries about the signs and the procedures they imply.

Photo credit: Flickr

🚀 Why Your Support Matters:

In the past 20 years, we’ve garnered hundreds of thousands of monthly views, expanded our influence with engaging articles, and delivered exclusive content every week. However, the journey to safeguard liberty online comes with its challenges. As pioneers, we faced the adversity of being one of the first political websites nationwide to be demonetized by Google.

💪 Dependence on You:

We’ve weathered storms, but today, we rely entirely on your generosity to keep our platform alive. Your support is not just a donation; it’s a partnership in upholding the values that define us. Together, let’s defy challenges and ensure Restoring Liberty thrives for another two decades.

🌐 How You Can Make a Difference:

Your contribution is a vital lifeline for us. By donating HERE, you become an integral part of our mission. Every dollar is an investment in preserving a powerful conservative voice that resonates across the nation.

🙏 Join Us in Shaping the Future:

Help us overcome the financial hurdles that come with independence. Your donation paves the way for continued growth, impact, and influence. Together, let’s empower Restoring Liberty to shape the future of conservative values.

🔗 Donate HERE and be a Guardian of Liberty!

Thank you for being the backbone of Restoring Liberty. With your support, we’ll stand strong for another two decades and beyond!