Sadly, have to agree with the above posts. Just heard from a Captain on US major carrier who confirms the "enhanced" security is inadequate.
I have my own experiences of abysmal US security-which I have reported both to the airlines concerned & the NTSB.
Here, in MAN you are no longer allowed ANY cabin baggage on board.
Wake up America.
Ban Cabin baggage altogther
Match checked bags with pax
Check ID at gate with ticket
Search all pax
Until the US can bring themselves up to some sort of European standard, I have no desire to fly from a US airport.