TSA Gold+ Sparks Security Debate | Miami News

TSA’s bold new Gold+ program lets private firms run airport screenings—with TSA still overseeing standards—starting in Des Moines, Charleston, and Tampa by early 2027. Aimed at boosting speed and tech innovation, it’s sparking fierce backlash from the AFGE union, which warns it undermines post-9/11 security, risks public safety, and sidelines federal workers from critical roles—while also criticizing the lack of public or congressional input. The debate is heating up as this major shift reshapes airport security’s future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/85f7b7fbed7d72cd