Tag: Lawmakers
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ICE’s Graphite Access Sparks Debate Over Privacy, Speech, and Movement Rights
Introduction: A Turning Point in Government Surveillance Advances in digital surveillance are prompting fresh scrutiny of civil liberties. Lawmakers recently warned that the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) could gain access to the Graphite spyware platform, a development that could affect the rights to freedom of movement, freedom of speech, and privacy. As governments…
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Lawmakers Warn: ICE Access to Graphite Spyware Could Threaten Freedom of Movement, Speech, and Privacy
What is Graphite spyware and who uses it? Graphite spyware, developed by Paragon Solutions, is an advanced surveillance tool allegedly designed to covertly monitor smartphones and other devices. Paragon Solutions, founded in 2019 by former Israeli intelligence and defense tech professionals, has positioned Graphite within a broader, highly scrutinized spyware market that has drawn attention…
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DOJ Third Visit by Ex-Engineers on Flood Control Case
DOJ Third Visit by Ex-Engineers in Flood-Control Case Two former Bulacan officials arrived at the Department of Justice on Thursday for the third time as prosecutors continue the case-building process surrounding alleged anomalies in flood-control projects. Brice Hernandez and Jaypee Mendoza, formerly the first district’s assistant engineers, are currently under provisional acceptance into the Witness…
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Japanese Delegation Strengthens Grassroots Ties in the Philippines
From August 26 to 29, 2025, a delegation of Japanese lawmakers embarked on a significant visit to the Philippines, aimed at observing and boosting grassroots ties through development programs. This initiative underscores Japan’s commitment to strengthening community-based environmental and rural development projects that are already making waves in various Filipino communities. The visit was organized…
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Tragic Killing of Ukrainian Lawmaker in Lviv Raises Security Concerns
In an unsettling development, Ukrainian lawmaker Andriy Parubiy was tragically shot dead in the western city of Lviv. This alarming incident has sent shockwaves across Ukraine, raising serious concerns about security in a nation still grappling with ongoing tensions and conflict. Parubiy, known for his influential role in Ukrainian politics and previously serving as the…