Last updated: February 14, 2026 at 10:04 AM
DHS Pressures Tech Platforms to Remove ICE Posts
📰 What Happened
The Department of Homeland Security is asking tech companies to remove posts about ICE operations. Two groups have sued DHS leaders, saying they are forcing platforms to censor protected speech. Apple removed an app called ICEBlock from its app store after DHS asked them to.
💡 Why It Matters
This affects free speech online. People use social media to share information about immigration enforcement in their areas. If the government can force tech companies to remove legal posts, it limits what Americans can say and share online.
🔮 What Happens Next
The lawsuits will move forward in court. The government must explain its actions by March. Tech companies may face more pressure to protect user speech from government demands.
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