Feds Collected DNA From 1.5 Million Migrants In Under Four Years, Report Finds
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The US government has collected DNA from 1.5 million migrants in under four years.
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This was revealed in a recent report, raising concerns about privacy and civil rights.
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The DNA was collected through cheek swabs and analyzed by the FBI.
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The program was initially intended to identify criminals, but has expanded to include all migrants.
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Critics argue that this is a violation of human rights and could lead to discrimination.
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The government claims the DNA is only used for identification purposes and is not shared with other agencies.
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However, there are concerns about the potential misuse of this sensitive information.
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The report also found that the program has cost taxpayers over $800 million.
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This raises questions about the effectiveness and necessity of the program.
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As the debate continues, the fate of this controversial program remains uncertain.