Surveillance

California Bill Seeks to Curb ALPR Surveillance, Citing Civil Liberties Risks

By August 18, 2026

California lawmakers are advancing Senate Bill 1013, legislation aimed at strengthening privacy safeguards for automated license plate recognition (ALPR) data. The measure, authored by Sen. Sabrina Cervantes and approved by the Assembly Appropriations Committee, seeks to prohibit public agencies from retaining ALPR data for more than 30 days, addressing concerns over civil liberties and potential misuse amid federal mass surveillance efforts.

Canadian Critic of Trump Sues Google over Data Sharing with US

By May 5, 2026

A Canadian man is suing Google with the help of the ACLU to stop the US government from accessing his personal and location data after he posted criticism of President Trump and the Department of Homeland Security issued a summons for his information.

Automated Warfare Raises Alarms Over AI-Driven Targeting in Gaza

By December 26, 2025

The Israeli Defense Forces has been expanding its use of artificial intelligence technologies to surveil and target Palestinian civilians, raising concerns about reliance on unauthorized data extraction and computerized decision-making in paramilitary operations, and potentially violating international humanitarian law.

Trump Administration Expands ICE Surveillance to Target Protesters and Critics

By December 3, 2025

The Trump administration is expanding ICE’s surveillance powers to target American citizens who criticize or protest the agency, using social media monitoring technologies, location data, and cell phone hacking contracts, which civil liberties advocates warn is a violation of the First Amendment right to free speech.