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GlobalX Faces Backlash Over Unsafe Deportation Flights

4/2/2025

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GlobalX, a charter airline, has emerged as a significant player in U.S. deportation flights during the Trump era. Flight attendants express deep discomfort, citing safety risks and orders to avoid detainee interaction. Alarmingly, they lack emergency training for handling chained passengers, sparking urgent concerns about the welfare and safety of everyone aboard.

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Story summary

GlobalX, a charter airline, has emerged as a significant player in U.S. deportation flights during the Trump era. Flight attendants express deep discomfort, citing safety risks and orders to avoid detainee interaction. Alarmingly, they lack emergency training for handling chained passengers, sparking urgent concerns about the welfare and safety of everyone aboard.