The TSA claims to have the power to fine travelers who back out of the security process. What exactly is the purpose of this potential fine?

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says it can fine individuals up to $11,000 for walking away from the airport security process…People in government say the fine is mostly a deterrent so that terrorists cannot back out of a security check once it starts.

Some very stupid things have been said about airport security recently. This is a new low.

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