Welcome to the latest incarnation of the surveillance state, courtesy of the Trump administration.

The Trump Administration has proposed a policy change for travelers to the U.S. that would require them to submit extensive personal data, including social media history, email addresses, and potentially DNA, to the Customs and Border Police (CBP). If adopted, the policy would mandate the use of a CBP-provided mobile app for all travelers, including visa-free visitors. The proposal aims to close the 'information gap' by requiring travelers to submit biometric data and digital footprints, raising concerns about mass surveillance and privacy violations. The policy also seeks to expand the dataset for AI-enabled automated decisions, potentially leading to profiling and targeting of individuals. This move follows a trend of increased border surveillance and data collection by governments worldwide, with implications for global privacy and human rights.