September 7, 2006

Homeland Security Using a Dozen Data-Mining Programs

The Homeland Security Department is using a dozen different data-mining systems to track terrorist and criminal activity, according to a study released yesterday by the agency's inspector general. The technology is also being used to screen airplane cargo, but not to pre-screen passengers -- an experiment that was abandoned after strong opposition from the public and members of Congress.

Homeland Security sifts data in terror war, Washington Times, September 7, 2006.