U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz stopped at Dallas Fort Worth airport after TSA agent finds Taser on him
U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz was stopped at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on Friday after security discovered a Taser on him, the Tampa Bay Times reported.
An agent with the Transportation Safety Administration stopped Gaetz as he was headed to his flight and made him throw away the Taser, according to Punchbowl News reporters, who first reported the incident.
The Florida Republican told Punchbowl News reporter John Bresnahan that he thanked the TSA agent who found the Taser and that the agent gave him a fist bump and told him to secure the border.
When asked about the need for the amendment, the Texas Republican told Politico it is designed to ensure the safety of political VIPs when passing through public spaces in airports.
There are serious security threats facing public officials, Cruz said Tuesday, according to Politico’s report. It’s important that we take reasonable measures to keep everyone safe.
The incident involving U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, who has been under scrutiny for potential legal issues, unfolded at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Gaetz, a Republican from Florida, was stopped by a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agent who discovered a Taser on his person. The TSA agent promptly made Gaetz dispose of the Taser before he continued on his way. The details were initially reported by Punchbowl News.
Upon being stopped, Gaetz reportedly thanked the TSA agent and even received a fist bump from them. The agent allegedly encouraged Gaetz to secure the border, highlighting the ongoing concerns regarding border security in the United States. The Tampa Bay Times was among the media outlets to report on this incident.
Coincidentally, this incident comes on the heels of a proposal from Senator Ted Cruz. Cruz’s proposed amendment aims to provide security escorts and private screenings for members of Congress, federal judges, and Cabinet members when they travel through airports. Cruz emphasized the need for such measures to safeguard political VIPs from potential security threats in public spaces.
Speaking to Politico, Senator Cruz explained that public officials face serious security risks, necessitating reasonable measures to ensure their safety. The amendment seeks to address these concerns by providing enhanced security for designated individuals.
The TSA spokesperson has not yet responded to requests for comment on the incident involving U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz. As the story unfolds, further details and reactions will likely emerge. For now, the discovery of the Taser on Gaetz by airport security has captured widespread attention, raising questions about the potential implications and repercussions for the embattled congressman.
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