ICE agents are being deployed to some airports nationwide to address TSA staffing shortages. Sacramento International Airport officials have stated there are no plans to use ICE to support TSA operations there, as staffing callouts have remained low.While there were rumors about a protest at SMF on Monday morning, no groups showed up. Consuela, a Sacramento-area advocate, was present at the airport and highlighted the importance of staying informed. She brought “Know Your Rights” kits to pass around.On social media, NorCal Resist is encouraging people to understand their rights before traveling and to practice caution.Giselle Garcia from NorCal Resist advised, “If you have any kind of criminal record – and that includes minor traffic infractions. That you should have a legal consultation to get an assessment on any kind of immigration risks that could be associated, in order for you to have a full picture and understanding of what levels of risk you might face when traveling.”Officials at SMF said security wait times at Sacramento International remain consistent with what they were prior to the shutdown, even as some TSA employees nationwide have been working without pay.Critics question whether ICE agents are suited for the role.”ICE really has no background or skills or training that would provide any type of support that these TSA agents need, and it’s concerning because we have seen now for months ICE activities how they have completely ignored the rule of law, they have abused their power,” said Julián Sánchez Mora from Immigrant Crime and Justice.Federal officials, including President Donald Trump, have said the ICE presence is meant to help support operations, though specific duties have not been detailed.In a statement, airport officials said, “SMF will continue to work with our TSA and airline partners to ensure the airport is a safe and efficient travel experience. We value the dedication of TSA and all frontline staff working through a busy spring season without pay.”JoAnn Kahn, a traveler, expressed concern. “I feel that right now, anybody that’s not White or Caucasian is targeted by ICE and they unnecessarily arrest people even if they say they have paperwork, and I find that very disturbing,” she said. See more coverage of top California stories here | Download our app | Subscribe to our morning newsletter | Find us on YouTube here and subscribe to our channel

SACRAMENTO, Calif. —

ICE agents are being deployed to some airports nationwide to address TSA staffing shortages. Sacramento International Airport officials have stated there are no plans to use ICE to support TSA operations there, as staffing callouts have remained low.

While there were rumors about a protest at SMF on Monday morning, no groups showed up.

Consuela, a Sacramento-area advocate, was present at the airport and highlighted the importance of staying informed. She brought “Know Your Rights” kits to pass around.

On social media, NorCal Resist is encouraging people to understand their rights before traveling and to practice caution.

Giselle Garcia from NorCal Resist advised, “If you have any kind of criminal record – and that includes minor traffic infractions. That you should have a legal consultation to get an assessment on any kind of immigration risks that could be associated, in order for you to have a full picture and understanding of what levels of risk you might face when traveling.”

Officials at SMF said security wait times at Sacramento International remain consistent with what they were prior to the shutdown, even as some TSA employees nationwide have been working without pay.

Critics question whether ICE agents are suited for the role.

“ICE really has no background or skills or training that would provide any type of support that these TSA agents need, and it’s concerning because we have seen now for months ICE activities how they have completely ignored the rule of law, they have abused their power,” said Julián Sánchez Mora from Immigrant Crime and Justice.

Federal officials, including President Donald Trump, have said the ICE presence is meant to help support operations, though specific duties have not been detailed.

In a statement, airport officials said, “SMF will continue to work with our TSA and airline partners to ensure the airport is a safe and efficient travel experience. We value the dedication of TSA and all frontline staff working through a busy spring season without pay.”

JoAnn Kahn, a traveler, expressed concern.

“I feel that right now, anybody that’s not White or Caucasian is targeted by ICE and they unnecessarily arrest people even if they say they have paperwork, and I find that very disturbing,” she said.

See more coverage of top California stories here | Download our app | Subscribe to our morning newsletter | Find us on YouTube here and subscribe to our channel