An Argentine-American immigration advocate sued the federal government after CBP agents at Miami International Airport searched his phone without a warrant upon his return from vacation, alleging the agent threatened prolonged detention and copied sensitive data during a 45-minute search.
Background
CBP has long conducted warrantless border searches of electronic devices, a practice increasingly challenged in court as constitutional violations. This case is part of a growing legal movement against unchecked digital surveillance at borders.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Oct 1, 2026 at 05:19 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10