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Axon Sees 39% Revenue Surge Amid Body-Camera Concerns

2/26/2026

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Axon, the largest U.S. body-camera maker, reported $797 million in revenue, up 39% year over year, as it prepares to supply the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Experts warn footage could be misused for surveillance rather than accountability.
Axon has received campaign donations from Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego, who supports body cameras without adequate data protections.
Critics say the DHS cannot be trusted to manage body-camera data responsibly.

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Axon, the largest U.S. body-camera maker, reported $797 million in revenue, up 39% year over year, as it prepares to supply the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Experts warn footage could be misused for surveillance rather than accountability.
Axon has received campaign donations from Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego, who supports body cameras without adequate data protections.
Critics say the DHS cannot be trusted to manage body-camera data responsibly.