House Democrat presses FBI on license plate readers
“The FBI’s plan to obtain direct access to this extensive network of cameras raises the risk of substantial abuses of Americans’ data,” wrote Rep. Greg Casar, D-Texas.
House Democrats are questioning the FBI's intentions to gain nationwide access to automatic license plate readers, according to a letter obtained by Semafor. Rep. Greg Casar, the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee's subpanel overseeing federal law enforcement, sent a letter to the FBI requesting information to help oversee the use of ALPR data.
Casar voiced concerns about the potential for significant misuse of Americans' data if the FBI obtains direct access to this extensive camera network. He specifically mentioned two companies, Flock and Motorola Solutions, which might be bidding for the contract. While the FBI isn't obligated to respond to the Democratic-led letter, its decision could signal future investigations, particularly if Democrats secure control of the House majority.
Democrats also believe that public opposition to surveillance might pave the way for bipartisan solutions with Republicans.
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