US govt monitors trusted travelers even as it removes hurdles with biometric programs

Trust by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency only goes so far, and the limit is surprising to some residents who travel internationally.

On the same day that the CBP announced a significant upgrade in convenience for its Global Entry program in a Midwest airport, news site Newsweek was pointing out the extent of monitoring that comes with membership.

The government's Global Entry program provides pre-approved members expedited security clearance on return travel to the United States. Applicants …

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