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Plan to Remove CBP from Sanctuary Airports Risks Chaos

6/2/2026

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U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has proposed removing CBP agents from sanctuary-city airports.
The proposal could cause widespread flight disruptions and cargo delays for U.S. travelers.
Juliette Kayyem warned the removal would create a catastrophe for international flights, potentially stranding Americans abroad.
Transport Secretary Sean Duffy and former Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino called the plan politically motivated, noting agents lack ICE training.

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U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has proposed removing CBP agents from sanctuary-city airports.
The proposal could cause widespread flight disruptions and cargo delays for U.S. travelers.
Juliette Kayyem warned the removal would create a catastrophe for international flights, potentially stranding Americans abroad.
Transport Secretary Sean Duffy and former Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino called the plan politically motivated, noting agents lack ICE training.