Apple Removes ICE-Tracking Apps Under Trump Pressure — The New York Times

Apple has removed several apps from the App Store that alerted users to the presence of U.S. immigration agents. The most notable, ICEBlock, allowed people to anonymously share locations of ICE officers within a five-mile radius. The removal came after a series of legal threats from Donald Trump’s administration.

Source The New York Times

In a statement, Apple confirmed it had taken down ICEBlock and similar apps after being contacted by “law enforcement,” though it did not specify which agencies. U.S. officials argue that such services “encourage people to evade law enforcement” and could pose a security risk.

The creators of ICEBlock rejected the accusations, claiming their app is protected under free speech rights and is similar to navigation tools like Waze that alert drivers to police checkpoints. The case has sparked debate over the balance between public safety and civil rights.