ICE's Social Media Surveillance Sparks Controversy

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to monitor and locate "negative" social media discussions about the agency and its officials, using a new contract. This move has raised concerns about free speech and privacy. While ICE claims it's a response to increased threats against its personnel and facilities, critics argue it could sweep up constitutionally protected speech. The contract may involve digging into users' personal information, including social security numbers and addresses. This follows ICE's previous use of federal contractors for large-scale social media surveillance, fueling concerns about government overreach.