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Privacy Concerns Rise Over U.S. Facial Biometrics Expansion

10/26/2025

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U.S. border officers photographed Canadian psychologist Warren Shepell while he boarded a flight from Cleveland to Toronto.
The incident reflects a broader expansion of the facial biometrics program by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to capture traveler images.
Privacy experts warn of potential data misuse due to the lack of U.S. federal regulations.
The Canadian Snowbirds Association advises travelers to expect secondary inspections and fees when entering the United States.

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Story summary

U.S. border officers photographed Canadian psychologist Warren Shepell while he boarded a flight from Cleveland to Toronto.
The incident reflects a broader expansion of the facial biometrics program by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to capture traveler images.
Privacy experts warn of potential data misuse due to the lack of U.S. federal regulations.
The Canadian Snowbirds Association advises travelers to expect secondary inspections and fees when entering the United States.