> The TSA probably doesn't need to exist at all in its current form; I'm not aware of any evidence they actually do anything to stop actual threats.

Yeah in can be done like in Europe where security company like G4S is paid by the airport and is manning xrays and handling queues. There are few policemen around to show force and handle conflicts if necessary.

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red-iron-pine 12 hours ago | parent | next [-]

private airport security has the same terrible implications as private prisons

cut corners, maximize profit

	▲	lavp 7 hours ago \| parent [-]
		Airport security used to be handled by private companies. Then 9/11 happened and that's the whole reason TSA even exists.

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lifestyleguru 17 hours ago | parent | prev [-]

Not sure about it. Private security companies on German airports are absolute malicious assholes, public officers would be better there.