Protesters Sue DHS Over Federal Officer DNA Collection

Syrian and Haitian nationals are planning to file lawsuits against the United States Department of Homeland Security. The case may reference the McNary precedent regarding whether final decisions are subject to judicial review. A commentator noted potential administrative pretexts and procedural irregularities in how these determinations are made. The discussion highlighted concerns from justices Thomas, Alito, and possibly Gorsuch regarding the scope of judicial deference in these cases. A lawsuit has been filed against the Department of Homeland Security accusing the agency of unlawfully using license plates and biometric data to track and intimidate residents. The plaintiffs claim the surveillance was used to target them for exercising First Amendment rights. Court records indicate some individuals claim they were singled out and threatened after observing federal agents.