I totally agree with Bluecrane et al. This reminds me of the "pre 9/11" incident where a security guard seized a miniature Swiss Army knife that a Captain was carrying. The Captain went to the cockpit of his assigned aircraft and returned with a fire axe to show the guard.
I believe the Airlines (employers) through the respective unions should put the pressure on the FAA to put a stop to this outrageous treatment of aircrews.