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Cities Halt Flock Safety Contracts Amid Surveillance Concerns

12/2/2025

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Cities such as Cambridge and Evanston paused or terminated contracts with Flock Safety, a license plate recognition company, amid federal presence under U.S. President Donald Trump.
Officials cite instances of federal agencies accessing surveillance data, raising concerns about targeting vulnerable communities.
Flock Safety, a license plate recognition company, acknowledged backlash and said it needs clearer data-sharing communications.
The debate continues as communities grapple with balancing public safety and privacy concerns.

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Cities such as Cambridge and Evanston paused or terminated contracts with Flock Safety, a license plate recognition company, amid federal presence under U.S. President Donald Trump.
Officials cite instances of federal agencies accessing surveillance data, raising concerns about targeting vulnerable communities.
Flock Safety, a license plate recognition company, acknowledged backlash and said it needs clearer data-sharing communications.
The debate continues as communities grapple with balancing public safety and privacy concerns.