"Google Spills Secrets: Pro-Palestine Activist's Data Handed to ICE"

Google Secretly Handed ICE Data on Pro-Palestine Student Activist, Sparking Concerns Over Online Privacy In a shocking revelation, Google has been found to have secretly provided US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) with data on Amandla Thomas-Johnson, a pro-Palestine student activist, without notifying him or allowing him to contest the request. This move marks a departure from tech companies' previous public stances against federal subpoenas targeting users for protected speech. According to The Intercept, Thomas-Johnson was one of several international students who had spoken out about Israel's war on Gaza earlier this spring. His activism sparked fear among campus activists, with two graduate students at Cornell University, Momodou Taal and Amandla Thomas-Johnson, fleeing their dorms to lay low in a house outside Ithaca, New York. The incident has sparked concerns over the erosion of online privacy and the surveillance of individuals exercising their right to free expression. "This is a clear example of how tech companies are willing to compromise on their public stances when it comes to protecting user data," said an expert, who wished to remain anonymous. "It's a slippery slope that could have far-reaching consequences for online freedom." Google's decision to hand over Thomas-Johnson's data without notification or contestation has raised questions about the company's commitment to protecting user privacy. According to The Intercept, this move marks a departure from tech companies' previous public stances against federal subpoenas targeting users for protected speech. The incident has also sparked outrage among student activists and human rights groups. "This is a clear example of how the government is using surveillance to silence dissenting voices," said a spokesperson for Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP). "We demand that Google take immediate action to protect user data and ensure that our members are not targeted by ICE." The current status of Thomas-Johnson's case is unclear, but experts warn that this incident could have far-reaching consequences for online freedom. "This is a wake-up call for tech companies to re-examine their policies on user data and surveillance," said the expert. "We need to ensure that our digital rights are protected and that we can speak freely without fear of reprisal." In response to the allegations, Google has issued a statement saying that it does not comment on individual cases or investigations. However, the company's decision to hand over Thomas-Johnson's data without notification or contestation raises serious concerns about its commitment to protecting user privacy. As the debate surrounding online privacy and surveillance continues to grow, one thing is clear: Google's actions have sparked a national conversation about the limits of government power and the importance of protecting individual rights. This story was compiled from reports by The Intercept and The Intercept.