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Old Nov 10, 2013 | 6:46 pm
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Originally Posted by cbn42
There is no reason that these new armed TSOs would have to come from the ranks of current staff. They could be new hires, or more likely, they could be transfered from other federal law enforcement agencies.
I agree. In fact, I think it the surest bet in the world that it will be outside hires or transfers, if for no other reason than to build the empire.

Originally Posted by cbn42
This may improve the culture of TSA. I have far more respect for the FBI, DEA, and even CBP than I do for the TSA. A few former FBI officers to keep the TSOs in line may not be a bad thing.
I disagree on this one. It's like pouring fine wine into a cesspool.
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