CNSI Welcomes CBP Milestone of 1 Billion Travelers Verified Through Facial Biometrics

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WASHINGTON – The Council on National Security and Immigration (CNSI) today released a statement on U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) announcement that it has verified the identity of over 1 billion travelers through facial biometric technology since its implementation in 2018.

"CNSI congratulates CBP on reaching this historic milestone. As a group of national security leaders, many of us have supported this endeavor in and out of government service and are proud to have helped build safe, modern border security. Verifying the identity of over 1 billion travelers at air, land, and sea ports of entry demonstrates what is possible when we invest in smart and innovative border security."

"Facial biometrics allow CBP to detect fraud, identify visa overstays, and prevent bad actors from entering the country. It also streamlines the experience for the millions of legitimate travelers who cross our borders every day, strengthening our security while remaining open to the world."

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Leaders of CNSI speak and act solely in their individual capacities, and their views should not be attributed to any organization with which they are affiliated.

About CNSI: The Council on National Security and Immigration is a group of American national security leaders who believe immigration reforms are imperative to bolster and maintain the United States’ global leadership in the 21st century. Find out more here: www.cnsiusa.org