Topic: Cash Smuggling

Adam Curry describes a detailed encounter with Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agents upon re-entering the United States. Despite having Global Entry, Curry and his wife were pulled aside for a bag search after he made a joke about looking like diamond smugglers. He notes that agents seemed specifically focused on finding large amounts of cash, leading to speculation about a potential counterfeit currency ring in Europe.

The federal government is increasing its focus on synthetic drugs like "bath salts" and "spice" (K2) through the use of regional fusion centers. Additionally, ICE has expanded operations at the Bulk Cash Smuggling Center to prevent the southbound movement of currency and weapons across the U.S. borders.

TSA "VIPER" teams have begun conducting security screenings at bus terminals in Tampa, Florida, searching for explosives, immigration violations, and "bulk cash smuggling." A local news report features a passenger expressing relief at the security measures, claiming they feel safer from potential bus bombings. The hosts mock the expansion of airport-style security to ground transportation.