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Meta Removes Facebook Group Tracking ICE Agents Following DOJ Intervention

Following pressure from the Department of Justice, Meta has removed a Facebook group accused of doxing ICE agents in Chicago. The social media company cited policy violations against coordinated harm while ICE faces scrutiny over agent identification protocols in the region.

In a significant content moderation decision, Meta Platforms has removed a Facebook group dedicated to tracking US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents operating in Chicago. The action came following intervention from the United States Department of Justice, highlighting the ongoing tension between law enforcement concerns and online activism.

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by Gabriel NovakOctober 15, 2025November 2, 2025

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Meta Removes Facebook Group Targeting ICE Agents Following DOJ Pressure

Following pressure from the Department of Justice, Meta has removed a Facebook group allegedly used to target ICE agents in Chicago. The company confirmed the group violated policies against coordinated harm while ICE faces scrutiny over unidentified operations.

In a significant content moderation decision, Meta has removed a Facebook group that was allegedly being used to track and target US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents operating in Chicago. The action came after the Department of Justice contacted the social media company about the group’s activities, highlighting ongoing tensions between law enforcement and online activism.