DHS ramps up surveillance in immigration raids, sweeping in citizens
7 days ago
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- #immigration
- #surveillance
- DHS intensifies surveillance in immigration raids, affecting both citizens and noncitizens.
- Biometric surveillance, including facial recognition, is heavily utilized by federal agents.
- Civil liberties experts warn about the lack of transparency and oversight in surveillance practices.
- DHS has expanded data collection through agreements with various agencies and tech companies.
- Facial recognition app 'Mobile Fortify' is used without clear consent in many cases.
- Concerns about privacy rights and potential abuse of surveillance data are raised.
- Body-camera footage and emerging technologies like AI are being integrated into enforcement.
- Increased funding for surveillance tools raises questions about their broader use against lawful activities.