MSNby Steve FisherSeptember 23, 205When MQ-9 Predator drones flew over anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles this summer, it was the first time they had been dispatched to monitor demonstrations on U.S. soil since 2020, and their use reflects a change in how the government is choosing to deploy the aircraft once reserved for surveilling the border and war zones.Previous news reports said the drones sent by the Department of Homeland Security conducted surveillance on the weekend of June 7 over thousands of protesters demonstrating against raids conducted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The Predators flew over Los Angeles for at least four more days, according to tracking experts who identified the flights through air traffic control tower communications and images of a Predator in flight.[...]The drones, which fly at around 20,000 feet to conduct surveillance, can beam a live video feed to various government agencies — ICE, the military and more . The MQ designation refers to the drone's abilities and function. In military parlance, M means multi-use and Q indicates it's an unmanned aerial vehicle.
Big brother is watching you!
“WATCH: DHS drone footage of LA rioters,” the post read. “This is not calm. This is not peaceful. California politicians must call off their rioting mob.”The post was dated June 10, but it was not clear if the video was from a Predator drone.Supporters of civil liberties are asking why this equipment, which has been used to drop laser-guided bombs on targets in countries like Afghanistan, is being used for domestic issues.
Yeah but...it wasn't all of LA, just one block! The LA police had it under control! This bring government intrusion to the level of "A Brave New World," and "1984" to our doorsteps! They have cross the line in using military grade equipment to watch it citizens.
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