Originally Posted by
garykung
Not pointing you directly, but just because you are trusted, it does not mean you can't smuggle drugs into the country.
Selective inspections, random or not, is to ensure the integrity of the program. FWIW - with or without TTP, CBP will randomly select passengers for a full inspection just to prove things are working as it should.
They are not extensive. Instead, the background check is very basic.
Agree. Extensive is when former neighbors, friends, and teachers are interviewed in person when investigating an individuals background. They went back and questioned people who I didn't even remember well. That investigation was thorough.