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Canadian man says border officers made him give DNA sample

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American lawmakers are demanding answers from the Trump administration after a Canadian man says U.S. customs officers held him for three hours at the border and forced him to provide a DNA sample before sending him home.

Breakdown
  • Kevin Larson was detained at the U.S. border and asked for a DNA sample. 28s
  • Larson initially refused but complied after being warned of possible charges. 43s
  • U.S. lawmakers sent a letter questioning the DNA collection policy. 1m 16s
  • CBP rules do not require DNA from those only held for admissibility checks. 1m 47s
  • Larson wants his DNA removed and will avoid U.S. travel until policy changes. 2m 1s
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