FBI Confirms Purchase of Americans' Location Data for Investigations
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The FBI has confirmed it purchases Americans' location data, raising privacy concerns. Lawmakers push for reform to protect citizens' rights against surveillance.
FBI acknowledges it purchases Americans' location data for investigations.
Senator Wyden calls the FBI's actions a violation of the Fourth Amendment.
Legislation proposed to require warrants before buying citizens' data.
Potential for significant shifts in privacy laws and government surveillance practices.