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Bluesky blocks links to leaked DHS employee data as government seeks takedowns
Source: TechCrunch · Published
The social networking site is facing criticism for blocking access to the site, which identifies thousands of ICE agents and other employees working for Homeland Security.
The social networking site is facing criticism for blocking access to the site, which identifies thousands of ICE agents and other employees working for Homeland Security.
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