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Surveillance Cameras on San Diego Road Spark Privacy Debate

2/28/2026

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A surveillance network monitors drivers along San Diego–Arizona road, with cameras authorized by federal permits during the Biden administration.
Privacy advocates, including Electronic Frontier Foundation, say the program violates state law and constitutes overreach.
Supporters say technology helps law enforcement locate suspects and missing persons.
The Department of Homeland Security issued a report on the technology but lacks deployment specifics, and 30 organizations urged Governor Gavin Newsom to revoke permits.

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A surveillance network monitors drivers along San Diego–Arizona road, with cameras authorized by federal permits during the Biden administration.
Privacy advocates, including Electronic Frontier Foundation, say the program violates state law and constitutes overreach.
Supporters say technology helps law enforcement locate suspects and missing persons.
The Department of Homeland Security issued a report on the technology but lacks deployment specifics, and 30 organizations urged Governor Gavin Newsom to revoke permits.