Mullin faces backlash over ‘naive or dumb’ plan to pull CBP from blue-city airports
Summary
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin suggested removing U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from certain big city airports. Experts and the airline industry warn that this idea could disrupt air travel and cause major problems for passengers across the country.Key Facts
- Secretary Mullin proposed to pull CBP officers from international airports in major cities.
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection helps process travelers arriving from other countries.
- National security experts call the plan "naive or dumb" because it could harm airport security and operations.
- The airline industry warns the plan could create chaos and delays for passengers.
- Mullin made the proposal during a Fox News interview last week.
- The plan is seen as risky by those familiar with airport and border security.
- Removing CBP officers from major airports could impact many travelers, not just a specific group.
- The proposal has sparked backlash from officials and industry leaders.
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