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Keyword Warrants Spark Fears Amid Teen Arson Case

5/22/2025

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Police nationwide are ramping up the use of keyword-search warrants, sparking fears of political repression, warns Andrew Crocker from the Electronic Frontier Foundation. Meanwhile, three teenagers face severe penalties for arson, with Kevin Bui contemplating his choices as he navigates the challenges of prison life.

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Police nationwide are ramping up the use of keyword-search warrants, sparking fears of political repression, warns Andrew Crocker from the Electronic Frontier Foundation. Meanwhile, three teenagers face severe penalties for arson, with Kevin Bui contemplating his choices as he navigates the challenges of prison life.