Bipartisan Opposition Mounts Against Flock Safety AI Camera Network Over Privacy Concerns
A growing bipartisan coalition of U.S. politicians and local authorities is opposing Flock Safety's automatic license plate recognition cameras. Over 100 jurisdictions have already terminated contracts with the company, according to the nonprofit Institute for Justice. Flock Safety, founded in 2017, operates approximately 120,000 cameras across the United States, conducting about 2 billion scans monthly. These cameras photograph vehicle license plates, allowing police and private security firms to track vehicle movements. The company's software facilitates data sharing among law enforcement agencies, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The controversy intensified following reports of alleged misuse by police officers, who reportedly used the system to stalk former partners and track individuals seeking abortions. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has blocked state agencies from purchasing Flock products, while Senator Bernie Sanders plans to introduce legislation to restrict camera use. Sena... 
