Why is U.S. immigration terrorizing British reporters? asks Slate, which looks at the problems faced by journalists from the UK following a tightening up of US immigration procedures.

It sounds like some hacks have been having a rough time -- even though every journalist I know is well aware of the extra security measures they're likely to face at American airports and make sure they have the necessary paperwork.

When I went through Dulles in January (with a valid I visa in my passport) I was treated courteously and quickly.