Unfortunately many of the US security people that work at airports are low paid flunkies, which brings in the old saying "you get what you pay for". It's not just people from abroad, it's own citizens sometimes endure similar or worse situations often. In the US, laws are laws, doesn't matter where your from or what your name is or who you know. I agree, Political leaders should have a more efficient search process, but should still be searched in accordance with US law. You would think though, they would have their more professional people inspect people of importance.