Feds Try Secret Grand Jury to Unmask Reddit ICE Critic
6 hours ago
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- #Government Surveillance
- #Social Media
- Reddit ordered to appear before a grand jury in Washington, D.C., to unmask anonymous critics of Trump administration immigration policies.
- ICE initially sought user data via an administrative subpoena; after legal challenges failed in California, a grand jury subpoena was issued in Washington.
- Reddit user 'John Doe' posted critical comments about ICE, but attorneys argue posts are protected by First Amendment and not criminal.
- Reddit states it protects user privacy, only shares minimal data when legally required, and notifies users of government requests.
- Legal experts warn grand jury proceedings weaken free speech protections and suggest a shift toward more secretive government tactics.