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ICE Uses Facial Recognition App on Citizens

Filed: Feb 13, 2026 at 7:07 AM ET
Summary: ICE agents are scanning faces of US citizens and immigrants using a new app, raising civil rights concerns.
WHO: ICE agents
WHAT: Using facial recognition app Mobile Fortify
WHEN: Feb 13, 2026 at 6:50 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To check immigration status, raising surveillance concerns
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