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The anonymous HSI agent argued that the court shouldn't restrict the database in any way, because it is needed to "quickly identify subjects who for instance, are making entry into the United States as an illegal alien."
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An anonymous Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agent argued that the court should not restrict the TECS database because it is necessary for quickly identifying individuals entering the United States as illegal aliens.
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1.000
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Anonymous HSI agent
Context Type
News Article
Context Details
{
    "database": "TECS",
    "organization": "Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)"
}
Subject Tags
Court TECS HSI Database Illegal Aliens
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a9209b2a-a946-4654-aeee-ad8bda3b0ad2
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Created
September 30, 2026 at 10:02 PM (1 week ago)
Last Updated
September 30, 2026 at 10:02 PM (1 week ago)

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Homeland Security Admits To Watchlisting Americans Based on 'Potential Inaccuracies'
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https://reason.com/2026/09/30/homeland-security-admits-to-watchlisting-americans-based-on-potential-inaccuracies

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) acknowledged "potential inaccuracies" in its database used to identify illegal foreign voters, admitting U.S. citizens could be incorrectly watchlisted. This admission comes amid a lawsuit challenging the Unlawful Voter Initiative.

Homeland Security Watchlist Voter Fraud USCIS TECS Civil Liberties Government Oversight

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