>> i think it reflects society. more people are carrying weapons just general across the country, and then we see whatever is happening in the country, we see ref reflected in our checkpoint operations. >> reporter: he underscores there is a time when there is an uptick in unruly passenger ennis departments, not only on board commercial flights, but also at tsa checkpoints. he said this just shows that the security system is working. remember, there are a patchwork of gun laws both state and local and the tsa would like some help with that. the u.s. attorney's office in the western district of pennsylvania is now telling local sheriffs to revoke the conceal carry permits of those who violate these rules at airports. pete muntean, cnn, washington. well, still ahead on "cnn newsroom," bali is hoping empty beaches will be filled as the island reopens for international tou tourists after an 18-month hiatus. more on that after a short break. you are watching "cnn newsroom."