TSA allowed members of Cuba's communist Castro regime to visit U.S. airport facilities, drawing condemnation from Miami officials and Cuban diaspora. Congress discusses TSA's interactions with adversarial foreign governments, especially Cuba. TSA's vetting process for Cuban officials criticized. FAA also hosted a visit for a second Cuban delegation to discuss air traffic movement.
Key Points
TSA allowed Castro regime officials to tour Miami's International Airport
Criticism from Miami officials and Cuban diaspora
Congress discusses TSA's interactions with Cuba
TSA's vetting process for Cuban officials questioned
FAA also hosted a visit for a second Cuban delegation
Pros
Facilitating international interactions
Maintaining diplomatic relations
Cons
Potential security risks
Controversy over dealings with a U.S.-designated state sponsor of terrorism