Senator Ron Wyden has requested the U.S. federal watchdog to conduct a comprehensive review of how agencies including the FBI, DEA, ICE's HSI, and the Secret Service deploy hacking tools and spyware against Americans. The move highlights growing congressional scrutiny over government surveillance practices and the legal boundaries of federal cyber operations.
Background
Congressional oversight of federal surveillance capabilities has intensified in recent years, with lawmakers increasingly concerned about the scope and legality of government hacking tools. Prior类似 efforts have focused on NSA warrantless surveillance programs.
- Source
- TechCrunch
- Published
- Aug 21, 2026 at 09:05 PM
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- 5.0 / 10