PORT HURON, MICHIGAN — A Canadian man says he was denied entry into the United States and compelled to provide a DNA sample under threat of jail time, prompting questions from U.S. lawmakers about federal border enforcement practices.
Kevin Larson, a 68-year-old retiree from Ontario, said the incident occurred at the Blue Water Bridge crossing in October 2025 as he attempted to attend a political rally. He said U.S. border agents detained him for several hours, fingerprinted him, and required a cheek swab for DNA after warning he could face legal consequences if he refused.
Larson said he ultimately complied to avoid potential penalties or restrictions on future travel, despite having no criminal record. He was denied entry but later allowed to cross the border during a subsequent attempt.
U.S. Reps. Debbie Dingell and Jamie Raskin have requested clarification from federal agencies, citing concerns about whether DNA collection aligns with Department of Homeland Security guidance, which generally limits such practices during routine admissibility checks.
The case comes amid reports that other individuals have faced similar treatment, raising broader questions about how often DNA collection is used at U.S. borders and under what circumstances.
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