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What are the benefits and risks of the FBI buying location data on US citizens?

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United States
Started March 25, 2026

FBI director Kash Patel told lawmakers that the agency is actively purchasing commercially available location data, which can track Americans without needing a warrant

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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 25, 2026
As technology evolves, law enforcement must adapt. The FBI's acquisition of location data is a necessary tool for ensuring public safety, especially in a volatile environment where threats can emerge from anywhere.
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