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CBP Removal Plan Walkback by Homeland Security Secretary

Updated 2026-06-02 14:50 UTC 1 source Neutral

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said he still has a plan to initiate the removal of customs officers from international airports, but sees no current need for such action in Newark. His remarks indicate a potential shift in policy.

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Mullin said he can still 'initiate' plan to pull CBP from airports but sees'no need' in Newark

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said he still has a “plan to initiate” the removal of customs officers from international airports, even as he said there is currently “no need” to do so in Newark. Mullin’s remarks, made at a Monday press conference in Dallas, indicate he’s walking back

2026-06-02 14:07 UTC