Leaked Document Shows the Surveillance Tech at ICE's Fingertips
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- A leaked document reveals ICE's wide array of surveillance and investigative tools, including location data from smartphones, facial recognition, and anonymous online tools.
- The document, published by 404 Media, lists tools like Accurint (personal data), Chameleon (anonymous investigations), Locate X (smartphone location data), Cobwebs (social media tracking), and ISO ClaimSearch (insurance claims database).
- DHS defended ICE's use of technology, stating it is similar to other law enforcement agencies for investigating criminal activity.
- The document is dated May 2024 and may not reflect current capabilities, but ICE continues to spend heavily on personal data and surveillance technology.
- Some tools like ELITE and ImmigrationOS are not included, while RAVEn IGP is mentioned as a geospatial platform available to all ICE employees.