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French Scientist Denied U.S. Entry Over Trump Messages

3/25/2025

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A French scientist faced a shocking denial of entry into the U.S. when Customs and Border Protection (CBP) searched his phone, uncovering sensitive messages about Trump. This incident underscores the alarming power CBP wields to inspect digital devices at the border without a warrant, leaving travelers to navigate the risks of digital scrutiny.

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Story summary

A French scientist faced a shocking denial of entry into the U.S. when Customs and Border Protection (CBP) searched his phone, uncovering sensitive messages about Trump. This incident underscores the alarming power CBP wields to inspect digital devices at the border without a warrant, leaving travelers to navigate the risks of digital scrutiny.