Long TSA lines remain at FLL as Trump proposes using ICE agents for airport security
By Trent Kelly
Published on March 22, 2026.
President Donald Trump has proposed using Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agents to handle airport security. This plan could be implemented if a funding fix for the Department of Homeland Security is not finalized. The proposal comes as a partial government shutdown continues to strain security, leading to staffing shortages and terminal turmoil nationwide. However, questions remain about the effectiveness of these agents, including their training and potential role. Some travelers question whether they will be wearing masks or if they are actually ICE agents.
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