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Privacy404 Mediaabout 2 hours ago
DHS Lied About Reason for Phone SearchDepartment of Homeland Security officials lied to Samuel Tunick, a Stop Cop City activist, claiming they searched his GrapheneOS phone for child abuse material instead of suspected terrorist activities. The search occurred in January 2025 at an Atlanta airport, leading to Tunick's criminal charges for wiping the device. This case highlights government deception regarding privacy and digital rights enforcement.
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