Forced Search & Seizures at US Border is Abuse of Constitution - Rebecca Jeschke EFF

Last updated: July 5, 2023 Reading time: 6 minutes
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Soon after Trump has banned the entry of people, US border agents have increased inquiring citizens about their personal credentials. The US citizens, permanent residents, and visa holders are compelled to show their personal information on their electronic devices.

US citizens are complaining about, ‘give in your device or go back’ attitude of border agents and also the legality of such action is under question. However, US laws regarding border prohibits searching of people’s credentials without any authentic cause.

Experts are now suggesting people visiting US to be vigilant, calm, and careful and to follow the measures to secure their privacy at US border. Also, the people who are planning to travel America should know; how to protect their browsing history, as agents are also checking the sites they visit.

To gain insights and learn about the issue we conducted and interview with Rebecca Jeschke, Media Relations Director and Digital Rights Analyst, EFF. EFF is the organization working for civil liberties in the digital world and they are also operative in solving the problems people are facing on US border regarding their privacy concerns.