Senate panel approves airline security fee hike
A Democratic-controlled Senate panel Tuesday approved a $2.50 increase in airline security fees that would double the per-passenger fee for those taking nonstop flights. Full story
GSA conference budget under scrutiny
After its spending bender in Las Vegas led to firings and resignations, the agency that controls government spending says it is cutting corners at this year’s training conference. Sen. Joe Lieberman discusses.
TSA equipment worth millions sits idle in warehouse
MSNBC’s Dylan Ratigan covers Congress’ investigation into government waste after the Transportation Security Administration was caught with security equipment worth $184 million that has been sitting idle in a Texas warehouse.
Plane pull pits Yanks against Brits
A match of strength at JFK Airport where TSA members competed against their British counterparts to pull a Jet Blue Airbus. Msnbc.com's Dara Brown reports.
Time to Abolish the TSA?
Rep. Loretta Sanchez, (D-CA) and Rep. John Mica, (R-FL), discuss whether it is time to shut down the Transportation Security Administration.
What Happens To Items Surrendered At Airports?
People who ignore Transportation Security Administration rules may give you a chance to make some bargain purchases. Full story
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Former TSA chief calls for different security measures
Kip Hawley, who ran the TSA from 2005 to 2009, argues in a new book that the latest checkpoint horror stories could be eliminated if TSA officers were allowed to use common sense. NBC’s John Yang reports.
Former TSA agents targeted in drug smuggling bust
A group of former TSA agents at Los Angeles International Airport allegedly agreed to help undercover narcotics agents pass drugs through security checkpoints. Ted Chen reports.
Fmr. TSA admin.: Passengers should be able to carry knives
Former TSA administrator and author Kip Hawley joins Morning Joe to discuss his new book "Permanent Emergency," why he thinks passengers should be able to carry knives and liquids on planes and why air passengers will, for the time being, continue to take off shoes when going through airport securit
$9500 cash found by TSA officer, returned to owner
A TSA agent reunited a cash-stuffed envelope with its rightful owner at DFW Airport after it was dropped at a securtiy checkpoint. KXAS's Ray Villeda reports.
TSA tests relaxing screenings for seniors
Beginning March 19th, a new TSA pilot plan could lessen number of pat-down searches for travelers 75 and older at some airports. WMAQ's Christian Farr reports.
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