How AI is aiding Trump's immigration crackdown

japantimes.co.jpPublished: 4/19/2025

Summary

The U.S., led by President Trump, has intensified the use of surveillance systems and artificial intelligence (AI) to track immigrants, sparking worries that these tools could inadvertently target anyone, raising serious privacy concerns. The Department of Homeland Security and immigration agencies are employing legacy AI tools, such as facial recognition devices and border patrols with robotic dogs, as part of their efforts to combat illegal immigration. Advocacy group attorney Saira Hussain highlights that many of these tools have been in place for years, underscoring potential privacy and accuracy risks.