The individual was detained for questioning by the FBI.

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The gate was checked by port police and the aircraft was de-boarded. The passengers were re-screened before being allowed back on the plane.

The plane took off at approximately 12:39 p.m., about an hour later than originally scheduled. The flight was on its way to San Antonio.

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Tracy Woodard from InTown Cares (left) and Lauren Hopper from Mercy Care organization work with residents at the Copperton Street encampment in August 2024. 
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Credit: Miguel Martinez