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News in English (USA) / 10.04.2026 / 17:00

ICE Agents Depart Various US Airports as TSA Lines Ease

In a recent development, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have begun to leave several airport security checkpoints across the United States as the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) resumes regular operations. Following an assignment aimed at managing long security lines due to staff shortages, ICE agents have exited from Philadelphia International Airport, with departures expected to be finalized this week. Observers noted that travelers at PHL expressed support for the decision to remove ICE agents. Similar actions have been recorded at Pittsburgh International Airport, where ICE agents have also concluded their assignments as TSA officers resumed receiving their paychecks. This move comes amidst protests advocating for the complete withdrawal of ICE from airport operations.
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