Senator Questions ICE's $2 Million Spyware Acquisition

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Published: 2026-07-24T14:22:00Z
Category: us
Source: CBS News
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Senator Gary Peters has requested an explanation from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement regarding its $2 million purchase of "Graphite" commercial spyware. The senator expressed concerns about potential civil liberties violations and national security risks, given the software's ability to covertly control phones and collect personal data. He is seeking details on its domestic deployment and intended targets.

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