I would guess it's a mistake in phrasing. Also from the article (emphasis mine): > The three judges found unanimously that the Federal Tort Clams [Claims?] Act

I would guess it's a mistake in phrasing. Also from the article (emphasis mine): > The three judges found unanimously that the Federal Tort Clams [Claims?] Act (FTCA) allows lawsuits against the TSA for damages caused by checkpoint staff who assault travelers.