ICE-tracking app tops App Store
Briefly

ICEBlock, an app for reporting sightings of ICE officials anonymously, gained significant popularity after criticism from the Trump administration. Following a statement from US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem claiming the app is an 'obstruction of justice,' ICEBlock reached the top of the App Store charts. The app, which launched in April in response to President Trump's deportation efforts, allows users to report sightings with 'two taps' and assures no personal data is stored. The increased scrutiny from the Trump administration has led to even greater interest in the app.
ICEBlock, an app that lets users anonymously report sightings of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials, has soared up App Store charts after receiving criticism from the Trump administration.
ICE acting Director Todd Lyons claimed CNN's reporting is 'willfully endangering the lives of officers.' Noem indicated plans to work with the Department of Justice to consider prosecuting CNN.
ICEBlock allows users to report sightings of ICE officials with 'two taps' and view reports made by others within a five-mile radius, storing no personal data.
Following criticism of ICEBlock from the Trump administration, the app grew in popularity overnight, reaching the top of the App Store before dropping to the third spot.
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