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White House mulls pulling CBP officers from airports in sanctuary cities
- The White House is weighing removing CBP officers from international airports in sanctuary cities.
- Supporters say the move would pressure cities to cooperate on immigration enforcement.
- Critics warn the plan could disrupt travel and harm the economy.
- JFK, Los Angeles, Miami and San Francisco are among the busy international airports affected in sanctuary cities.
- Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin commented on the plan in a Fox News interview.
- Indiana Senator Jim Banks endorses the measure, calling it a way to crack down on sanctuary policies.
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy defended open travel in testimony before Congress.
- The U.S. Travel Association opposes the proposal, citing travel disruption during major events.
- The DOJ previously identified jurisdictions it considers sanctuary locations.
- The plan is not clearly defined; its implementation details remain uncertain.
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