DEA Banned From Random Airport Searches After Scathing Justice Department Report Uncovers Corruption
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has been barred from conducting random searches of travelers’ belongings at airports and transit hubs following a Justice Department investigation that exposed corrupt practices. The investigation, led by Inspector General Michael Horowitz, uncovered failures to properly document searches, potential racial profiling and questionable partnerships with airline employees.
One airline worker reportedly received tens of thousands of dollars over several years as a kickback for flagging passengers based on travel patterns, such as purchasing last-minute tickets.
“The DOJ Office of the Inspector General (OIG) found that the DEA has repeatedly failed to comply with its own policies, creating significant operational and legal risks,” according to the report.
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The decision to suspend the …