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Undercover surveillance at Minneapolis church tests federal injunction
law1 month ago

Undercover surveillance at Minneapolis church tests federal injunction

An undercover federal agent attended a May training at University Baptist Church in Minneapolis and conducted surveillance around the church, potentially violating a February 2026 federal injunction that bars immigration enforcement actions at church properties; the church posted notices claiming protection, and agents reportedly surveilled the site, photographed cars, and ran license plates as part of broader investigations tied to anti-ICE protests in Minnesota.

privacy-and-surveillance10 months ago

U.S. towns and agencies reconsider surveillance and privacy concerns amid increasing tracking technology

Liberal towns in the US are reconsidering the use of Flock Safety license plate readers due to privacy concerns and fears of federal overreach, especially amid increased immigration enforcement and Trump's administration policies. Several cities have paused or terminated their contracts with Flock, citing issues with data sharing and trust, highlighting the tension between public safety and individual privacy rights.