why are predator drones flying over LA?

When ICE raids sparked massive protests across Los Angeles, something unusual appeared in the sky: Predator drones. Dexter talks to Joseph Cox over at 404 Media to understand how military-grade surveillance aircrafts ended up flying over U.S. citizens and what that means for the future of civil liberties.

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Joseph’s articles on the Predator drones flying over the protests:

DHS Flew Predator Drones Over LA Protests, Audio Shows: https://www.404media.co/dhs-flew-predator-drones-over-la-protests-audio-shows/

CBP Confirms It Is Flying Predator Drones Above Los Angeles To Support ICE: https://www.404media.co/cbp-confirms-it-is-flying-predator-drones-above-los-angeles-to-support-ice/

Also:
How to Protest Safely: What to Bring, What to Do, and What to Avoid: https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-protest-safely-gear-tips/

How to Protest Safely in the Age of Surveillance: https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-protest-safely-surveillance-digital-privacy/

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