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How USCIS Aims to Expand Social Media Surveillance of Immigrants — and U.S. Citizens

February 20, 2026 Nationwide
The Trump administration is expanding its surveillance of social media — targeting both documented immigrants and U.S. citizens. A new USCIS policy proposal would monitor the social media accounts of immigrants and their American family members, friends, and associates. Legal experts warn the program raises serious First and Fourth Amendment concerns.
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