How is slow inevitable if companies like Clear can get rid of it?

I meant it seems inevitable if third-party/private solutions would not be allowed. It also seems possible a fast and efficient government solution could be developed. I don’t suppose I should hold my breath on that one, eh?

That said, I’ve noticed the lines at Global Entry are now often longer than regular ordinary passport control. Maybe put that management team on the pre-check situation.

Then you mean that a better policy would solve it, but a policy failure is inevitable. I think that's exactly what the previus poster meant: that the long lines are a result of a failed policy.

Because they raise prices.

With base TSA, every American can go through with no extra charge

Clear and PreCheck cost extra. Clear especially

There wouldn’t be PS5 shortages if every PS5 cost $1000

> I want a smooth path through a miserable situation

I want this, too - I just want it for everyone!

The misery is unnecessary, because TSA screening is worthless.