Senator calls for review of use of hacking tools by feds

Senator Ron Wyden has sent a letter to the federal watchdog requesting a full review of the use of hacking and spyware tools by the FBI, DEA, ice's HSI division, and the Secret Service against Americans.

Wyden seeks clarification on the procedures and scope of these surveillance technologies, in a context where digital privacy and civil rights are under increasing scrutiny.

The request, which does not yet detail the types of software or techniques employed, could trigger significant changes in the way federal agencies conduct their intelligence and internal security operations.