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Congressional Democrats Probe Tech's Role in DHS Data Requests

3/5/2026

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On March 2, 2026, Congressional Democrats opened an inquiry into how tech companies handle Department of Homeland Security requests for personal information about Americans who criticize the agency.
The inquiry follows a Washington Post report that examined the Department of Homeland Security's use of administrative subpoenas.
The subpoenas allow federal agencies to obtain information without needing a judge's or grand jury's approval.

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Story summary

On March 2, 2026, Congressional Democrats opened an inquiry into how tech companies handle Department of Homeland Security requests for personal information about Americans who criticize the agency.
The inquiry follows a Washington Post report that examined the Department of Homeland Security's use of administrative subpoenas.
The subpoenas allow federal agencies to obtain information without needing a judge's or grand jury's approval.