The Minneapolis City Council narrowly rejected a proposed 75-day pilot program for Skydio drones, with a 6-6 vote. Over 100 individuals protested the contract, citing Skydio's ties to ICE and the Israeli Defense Force, and arguing against increased surveillance in over-policed communities. Activists viewed the rejection as a victory for the BDS movement and a stand against militarization and companies profiting from alleged Israeli apartheid. AI
IMPACT Highlights growing public concern over the use of AI-powered surveillance technology by law enforcement and its potential links to international conflicts.
RANK_REASON Local government decision on a technology contract with significant public opposition and ties to controversial international entities. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]
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- Abir Ismail
- American Muslims for Palestine-MN
- Free Palestine Coalition
- Jae Yates
- Maeve Aikin
- Minneapolis
- Minneapolis Federation of Teachers
- Minnesota Anti War Committee
- Sana Wazwaz
- Skydio
- Twin Cities Coalition for Justice (TCC4J)
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