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US politics
fromArs Technica
4 hours ago

CBP facility codes sure seem to have leaked via online flashcards

Immigration offenses and internal systems of CBP are detailed in flashcards, highlighting procedures and responsibilities of agents.
#delve
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
12 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Venture

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

European startups
fromSilicon Canals
12 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Venture

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

#privacy
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's Absence From Board of Supervisors Follows Investigation Into Leaked Memo

Jackie Fielder's office is under investigation for leaking a confidential memo regarding the controversial RESET Center approved by the Board of Supervisors.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

North Andover police working to get body cameras after Kelsey Fitzsimmons shooting

North Andover is implementing a body-worn camera program for police to enhance accountability and seek grant funding to reduce taxpayer costs.
US Elections
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Media Seek Access to Secret Warrants in Sheriff's Ballot Seizure Case | KQED

Sheriff Bianco obtained warrants to investigate ballot discrepancies in Riverside County, but the investigation is currently on hold due to legal challenges.
#ai-regulation
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago
Intellectual property law

Court blocks Pentagon's Anthropic blacklisting, finds Trump administration's 'kill switch' claim had no evidence - Silicon Canals

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Pentagon from designating Anthropic as a supply chain risk, citing violations of legal procedures and First Amendment rights.
Intellectual property law
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

Court blocks Pentagon's Anthropic blacklisting, finds Trump administration's 'kill switch' claim had no evidence - Silicon Canals

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Pentagon from designating Anthropic as a supply chain risk, citing violations of legal procedures and First Amendment rights.
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

A core infrastructure engineer pleads guilty to federal charges in insider attack

Rhyne's attack involved unauthorized remote desktop sessions, deletion of network administrator accounts, and changing of passwords, showcasing significant security vulnerabilities.
Information security
#police-accountability
SF politics
fromMission Local
4 days ago

SFPD watchdog boss faces rare evaluation after toxic workplace lawsuit. Here's what that might mean.

Performance evaluations for police accountability leaders are infrequent, with the current director facing scrutiny due to workplace allegations and a pending lawsuit.
SF politics
fromMission Local
4 days ago

SFPD watchdog boss faces rare evaluation after toxic workplace lawsuit. Here's what that might mean.

Performance evaluations for police accountability leaders are infrequent, with the current director facing scrutiny due to workplace allegations and a pending lawsuit.
US news
fromMail Online
2 days ago

Leaked 911 call reveals Air Force general 'planned not to be found'

A retired Air Force general, William Neil McCasland, disappeared under mysterious circumstances, leaving behind personal items and raising concerns about his mental health.
Education
fromHoodline
3 days ago

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.
NYC parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Feds Storm NYC Councilmember's Home, Seize Devices in Pre-Dawn Raid

Federal agents raided the homes of Councilmember Farah Louis and her sister as part of a corruption investigation into migrant shelter contracts.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

The more than 3 million pages of documents include accusations by alleged victims of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's abuse and thousands of emails and photos showing Epstein associated with prominent figures.
Law
SF parents
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

North Andover police investigate 'unauthorized' social media comment about Kelsey Fitzsimmons case

A former North Andover police employee made an unauthorized comment on the department's Facebook page, prompting an internal investigation.
fromKqed
4 days ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
#fbi
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their investigation into Trump's actions after the 2020 election.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.
SF politics
fromEsquire
5 days ago

Kash Patel Is Wasting FBI Resources to Go After a California Democrat

FBI Director Kash Patel is aggressively pursuing investigations against Rep. Eric Swalwell despite previous case closures and lack of criminal charges.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their investigation into Trump's actions after the 2020 election.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
4 days ago

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
4 days ago

Louisiana May Broaden University Public Records Exemptions

Supporters of the legislation argue that it is designed to protect prospective applicants for executive positions at universities by keeping private all application records until finalists are named. This confidentiality is crucial for individuals who wish to apply without alerting their current employers.
Higher education
Remote teams
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Security contractor blew the whistle on shabby support crew

Brad, a security contractor, faced challenges with antivirus alerts while working in a labor hire company's office without proper IT support.
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
5 days ago

Why a Private Company Is Investigating Rapes at an ICE Detention Center Instead of the Sheriff | KQED

CoreCivic does not conduct criminal investigations of sexual abuse allegations at Otay Mesa Detention Center, referring them to law enforcement instead.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Single-member surveillance watchdog backs 702 powers, raising independence questions

The report praises Section 702's intelligence value while raising concerns about civil liberties and compliance with the Fourth Amendment.
Information security
fromInfoWorld
2 days ago

Claude Code leak puts enterprise trust at risk as security, governance concerns mount

Leaks threaten Anthropic's market position and raise security concerns about its AI coding tools.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Lawyers Warned Top Democratic PAC They May Have Misled Congress' on Illegal Foreign Donations Explosive NYT Report Reveals

ActBlue may have misled Congress about its foreign donation screening, raising legal risks and potential criminal liability.
Artificial intelligence
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Old-school spycraft could make a comeback as AI undermines trust

AI may enhance intelligence gathering but also revive traditional espionage methods due to reliability issues with digital communications.
US Elections
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Congress May Finally Ban Its Own Stock Trading and NANC Would Feel It First

The investment case for NANC relies on Congress members' ability to trade stocks, now facing significant legislative challenges.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Paedophile City of London police officer granted anonymity due to health concerns

A constable resigned after being caught with child abuse images, damaging police legitimacy and failing to protect vulnerable individuals.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

S.F. Ethics Commission will weigh in on Lurie-Trump phone records

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny for not disclosing records of his call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.
#ice
NYC parents
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Why ICE Is Allowed to Impersonate Law Enforcement

ICE agents misled campus security to detain a student without proper identification or judicial warrant.
NYC parents
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Why ICE Is Allowed to Impersonate Law Enforcement

ICE agents misled campus security to detain a student without proper identification or judicial warrant.
Media industry
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Joe Kent under FBI investigation for alleged leaks

National Counterterrorism Center leader Joe Kent resigned while under FBI investigation for suspected classified information leaks to conservative media figures regarding Israel, Iran, and other sensitive matters.
Law
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
#claude-code
Information security
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Claude Code's source reveals extent of system access

Claude Code has significant control over devices, raising concerns about data retention and potential misuse in sensitive environments.
Information security
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Claude Code's source reveals extent of system access

Claude Code has significant control over devices, raising concerns about data retention and potential misuse in sensitive environments.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
5 days ago

The best way to protect your phone from a warrantless search in 2026

US authorities are increasingly aggressive in detaining and seizing devices, with biometrics remaining vulnerable.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

Pam Bondi's firing is linked to her handling of the Epstein files, prompting comedic commentary from Stephen Colbert.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

Pam Bondi's ousting as attorney general raises questions about her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and her upcoming deposition.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

On Thin Ice for a Long Time': Fox Justice Correspondent Details How Epstein Doomed Bondi

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files led to her ouster as Attorney General despite her close relationship with President Trump.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

Pam Bondi's firing is linked to her handling of the Epstein files, prompting comedic commentary from Stephen Colbert.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

Pam Bondi's ousting as attorney general raises questions about her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and her upcoming deposition.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

On Thin Ice for a Long Time': Fox Justice Correspondent Details How Epstein Doomed Bondi

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files led to her ouster as Attorney General despite her close relationship with President Trump.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Law enforcement watchdogs get more teeth when seeking records after state court ruling

Civilian oversight bodies in California can now subpoena law enforcement records during whistleblower investigations, enhancing transparency.
#eric-swalwell
SF politics
fromRaw Story
5 days ago

FBI director Kash Patel hit with legal action for move to dig up dirt on Dem

Rep. Eric Swalwell has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the FBI regarding potential release of files related to a suspected Chinese spy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
SF politics
fromRaw Story
5 days ago

FBI director Kash Patel hit with legal action for move to dig up dirt on Dem

Rep. Eric Swalwell has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the FBI regarding potential release of files related to a suspected Chinese spy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

The Next Cybersecurity Crisis Isn't Breaches-It's Data You Can't Trust

Data integrity now encompasses data trust, emphasizing the importance of reliable data in AI-driven decision-making.
fromWIRED
2 days ago

CBP Facility Codes Sure Seem to Have Leaked Via Online Flashcards

The public Quizlet set contained information about alleged codes for specific facility entrances. 'Checkpoint doors code?' asked one card, with a specific four-digit combination listed in response.
Privacy professionals
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

New contract for background investigations raises concerns about scale and risk

DCSA is modernizing its Case Processing Operations Center to enhance background investigations and incorporate Continuous Vetting for national security.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Did Trump cuts slow access to public records? We found 26 cases that say yes.

Federal workforce reductions have severely impaired agencies' ability to comply with Freedom of Information Act requests, with at least 13 agencies citing staffing cuts as reasons for missing FOIA deadlines in court.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

FBI Warns of Data Security Risks From China-Made Mobile Apps

Foreign-developed mobile applications pose significant data security risks, particularly those from China, according to an FBI alert.
US politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

Exclusive: Trump's DOJ says he's not required to turn over official records

The Presidential Records Act mandates that presidential records belong to the U.S. government, a law Trump has challenged by retaining documents.
#cybersecurity
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

10 Data Security Stories to Know About (March 2026)

March saw significant data security incidents including cyberattacks, data purchases by the FBI, and breaches affecting millions of customers.
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

Iran-Linked Hackers Breach FBI Director Kash Patel's Email, Leak Messages Online

An Iran-linked hacking group breached FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email, releasing non-sensitive information as a retaliatory cyber attack.
Privacy professionals
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago

Iran-Linked Hackers Breach FBI Director Kash Patel's Email, Leak Messages Online

An Iran-linked hacking group breached FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email, releasing non-sensitive information as a retaliatory cyber attack.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Apple will hide your email address from apps and websites, but not cops | TechCrunch

Apple provided federal agents with identities of customers using its email privacy feature, revealing limitations in its privacy assurances.
Privacy professionals
fromFEDweek
6 days ago

Agencies Need More Complete Guidance on Privacy Considerations of AI Use, Says GAO

GAO identifies gaps in AI guidance, highlighting risks and the need for comprehensive privacy protections in agency implementations.
US politics
fromMail Online
3 days ago

Deadline issued for UFO videos as Congress warns of 'threat' to US

Lawmakers demand federal agencies release UFO videos by April 14, 2026, citing potential threats to US military forces.
#dhs
fromJezebel
3 days ago
US politics

ICE Warehouse Concentration Camps Put on Hold as DHS Corruption Spills Into Full View

fromemptywheel
2 months ago
US politics

DOJ Continues to Let DHS Pick and Choose Screen Shots Pertaining to Their Assaults - emptywheel

US politics
fromJezebel
3 days ago

ICE Warehouse Concentration Camps Put on Hold as DHS Corruption Spills Into Full View

DHS has paused its ICE warehouse campaign amid concerns over excessive spending and contract investigations.
fromemptywheel
2 months ago
US politics

DOJ Continues to Let DHS Pick and Choose Screen Shots Pertaining to Their Assaults - emptywheel

Privacy professionals
fromCNET
2 weeks ago

FBI Confirms Buying Data That Could Be Used to Track Americans

FBI Director Kash Patel admitted under oath that the agency purchases commercially available data to track Americans, circumventing Fourth Amendment protections without warrants.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

Trump's Former Counter-Terrorism Official Investigated Over Alleged Leaks

Joe Kent, President Trump's former top counter-terrorism official, is under investigation by the FBI's Criminal Division for allegedly improperly sharing classified information. The investigation began months before Kent's recent resignation, according to four individuals with direct knowledge of the probe who spoke to Semafor.
US politics
US politics
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Confessions of the ICE Agent Whisperer

Independent journalist Karl Loftus interviews anonymous DHS immigration enforcement agents through his project 'Confessions of an ICE Agent,' providing rare insight into officers' perspectives during Trump's immigration enforcement surge.
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

FBI queries of Americans' data under FISA 702 rose 35% in 2025

FBI searches of Americans' data collected under Section 702 of FISA increased 35% from December 2024 to November 2025, while the percentage of searches returning relevant information declined significantly.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

US Lawmakers Move to Kill the FBI's Warrantless Wiretap Access

Bipartisan Congress members introduced legislation requiring FBI warrants for backdoor searches of Americans' communications, aligning with a 2025 federal court ruling against warrantless surveillance practices.
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Hacker broke into FBI and compromised Epstein files, report says | TechCrunch

An unidentified foreign hacker broke into the FBI's field office in New York in 2023 and compromised files related to the bureau's investigation into the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to Reuters. The hack took advantage of a server at the Child Exploitation Forensic Lab in the FBI's New York Field Office that was left inadvertently vulnerable by an FBI special agent working on the case.
Privacy professionals
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

DHS Ousts CBP Privacy Officers Who Questioned 'Illegal' Orders

DHS removed career CBP privacy officials who refused to mislabel surveillance records and block FOIA releases, following disclosure of a face recognition app's privacy assessment.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Cuts in training for new ICE agents should scare everyone,' says whistleblower

ICE agent training has been reduced by 40-50%, creating inadequate preparation that risks constitutional violations, unlawful arrests, and deaths during immigration enforcement operations.
Law
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Exigent Letters Timeline

FBI relied on exigent letters, NSLs, and Section 215 orders with telecom cooperation from 2002–2008, prompting procedural changes, investigations, and oversight actions.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Whistleblower: FBI quashed Renee Good investigation because the warrant called her a "victim" - LGBTQ Nation

Senate Judiciary Democrats allege FBI Director Kash Patel ordered forensic experts to halt investigation into Renee Good's death by ICE agents to prevent her being labeled a victim in warrant documentation.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

FBI Spox Rages About Kash Patel's Leisure-Packed Schedule Getting Leaked: A Criminal Act' That Will Not Be Taken Lightly'

FBI Director Kash Patel's leaked Olympics schedule, obtained by The New York Times, shows his weekend in Italy included more leisure activities than official business, prompting scrutiny over taxpayer-funded resource use and triggering an FBI investigation into the leak as a criminal act.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 months ago

ICE Agents Are 'Doxing' Themselves

ICE List claims a leaked database of nearly 4,500 DHS employees but mainly aggregates publicly posted information, includes inaccuracies, and operates as a crowdsourced wiki.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

FBI gathered intelligence on reporters, religious orgs using 'assessment' authority, watchdog report says

FBI assessments examined over 1,000 journalists, religious groups, politicians and others using intelligence tools without needing a criminal predicate or warrant-level evidence.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

DOJ Under Congressional Scrutiny After Improper Redactions in Epstein Files

DOJ failed to comply with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, redacting mandated names while exposing survivors' identities and withholding millions of files.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Jim Comey's Learned Helplessness about the Torture Report

The classified 6,000-page Senate Intelligence Committee report on detention and interrogation remains largely unread, limiting departmental learning from past interrogation mistakes.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Surprise! DOJ IG's 1,403 Day Old Section 215 Investigation Had a Baby!

A DOJ OIG investigation into FBI use of Section 215, NSLs, and pen registers has been ongoing since 2010 and remains unresolved after 1,403 days.
US politics
fromEngadget
1 month ago

The Morning After: DOJ may face investigation over removal of ICE agent tracking apps

House Judiciary Committee requests DOJ communications with Apple and Google regarding removal of apps that shared sightings of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers.
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