AI Tools Used by US Immigration Agencies to Track Migrants, Report Claims

U.S. immigration agencies have significantly boosted their technological capabilities, incorporating artificial intelligence, advanced data analysis, and digital surveillance to track immigrants, according to a new investigation. The report indicates a substantial rise in investment by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in these sophisticated systems.

The enhanced technological arsenal is reportedly employed to identify and monitor individuals within the United States. This development raises questions about the methods and extent of government surveillance on immigrant populations.

The investigation, published by La Nación of Argentina as part of the Grupo de Diarios América (GDA), underscores a growing trend of leveraging cutting-edge technology in immigration enforcement. The specific tools and their applications are detailed in the report, shedding light on the operational strategies of agencies like ICE.