Lately, traveling in and to the United States has become noticeably more tense. Flights within the country have experienced increased delays and cancellations, and many passengers are frustrated with inconsistent security rules.

Fewer people are also coming to the U.S. from abroad. According to a report prepared by the Congressional Research Service (CRS) , international arrivals dropped 2.4 percent compared to last year. This decline was due in part to the Trump administration's tariffs, which led to a Canadian travel boycott and pushed several states to beg for tourists .

At the same time, the Global Peace Index (GPI) , released annually by the Institute for Economics & Peace, provides a look at the country's overall safety and security—and it's concerning. The Index rates more t

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