What to know about TSA Gold+, the Trump administration's new push to privatize airport security
Summary
The Trump administration is starting a program called TSA Gold+ that lets some U.S. airports hire private companies to handle security checks instead of using federal TSA workers. Tampa, Charleston, and Des Moines airports are the first to try this program, which could change how passengers go through security.Key Facts
- TSA Gold+ is a new program by the Trump administration to privatize some airport security screenings.
- Private companies will run security checks at certain airports instead of TSA employees.
- Tampa, Charleston, and Des Moines international airports are the first to join this program.
- Privatization of airport security is common in Europe, with over 80% of airports using private screening.
- The program aims to shift some security responsibilities away from the federal government.
- This approach is intended to be tested at selected airports before wider use.
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