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California May End CLEAR For Airline Travelers

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California May End CLEAR For Airline Travelers

Photo: Bing Guan/Bloomberg (Getty Images) Who would have guessed that eliminating privatized airport security line-cutting would be a topic that would have Democrats and Republicans reaching across the aisle? California lawmakers introduced a bill in February that would ban CLEAR in its present form, according to POLITICO. While the bill has bipartisan support, major airlines … Read more

Can We Just Throw In The Towel On Airport Security Theater Already?

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Can We Just Throw In The Towel On Airport Security Theater Already?

Photo: Al Drago (Getty Images) The Transportation Security Administration is testing new self-screening checkpoint lanes at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas. The new process promises passengers shorter wait lines without the hassle of taking off shoes and outerwear or removing electronics from carry-on bags. While the smoother procedure will be welcomed, it raises … Read more