"ICE Out of Our Faces Act" would ban ICE and CBP use of facial recognition

Here's something that caught my attention — Senate Democrats just introduced the ‘ICE Out of Our Faces Act,’ aiming to ban ICE and CBP from using facial recognition and other biometric tech. Now, here's where it gets interesting: according to Jon Brodkin at Ars Technica, this bill would make it illegal for any immigration officer to acquire, access, or use biometric systems — think facial scans or voice recognition — in the US. And get this — any data collected before the bill passes would have to be deleted. So, what does this actually mean for you? Well, if the government violates these rules, individuals can sue for damages, and state attorneys general could step in, too. The bill also blocks using biometric data as evidence in court cases. It’s a bold move to curb mass surveillance, especially considering how often these tools are used for tracking or deportation. Honestly, this could be a game-changer in how our privacy rights are protected in the digital age — something to keep an eye on.