The federal government has installed hundreds of A. I.-enabled camera towers along the southern border, with plans to expand to the northern border, Florida, and Puerto Rico. These towers, described as a modern 'smart wall,' use algorithms to track people and vehicles 24/7 without human oversight.
At least one million people live in areas monitored by these towers, and millions more are under the gaze of older cameras slated for A. I. upgrades. The technology can see into homes, watch public spaces, and share footage with multiple agencies, including foreign governments.
While officials claim the system respects civil liberties, privacy guidelines state individuals cannot opt out of surveillance, even when lawfully exercising First Amendment rights. Many residents near the towers are unaware they are being watched.
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