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The key argument for restraining deportees is officer and flight safety. Given past experiences with unruly or desperate individuals resisting deportation, authorities now utilize cuffs and shackles to prevent violence and ensure a smooth operation. It’s a protective measure adopted after witnessing how unrestrained individuals have damaged aircraft or threatened safety.
Supporters of these practices note that even during the Biden administration, when some initially relaxed restraint procedures, authorities quickly reintroduced restraints following incidents of violence. This demonstrates that the practice is based on practical safety concerns rather than cruelty per se.