A recent report details the significant increase in spending by the US government on immigration surveillance technology. The analysis focuses on contracts awarded to 11 companies by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Patrol (CBP). The report indicates that funding for these firms doubled from 2024 to 2025, reaching over $310 million, and increased further to a record $513 million in 2026.
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Report Highlights Increase in US Government Spending on Immigration Surveillance Technology
A report has revealed a substantial rise in US government spending on immigration surveillance technology, particularly under the Trump administration. Contracts awarded to tech firms for AI-powered tools increased from over $310 million in 2025 to $513 million in 2026.
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‘We should be worried’: report sheds light on ICE’s booming arsenal of hi-tech surveillance tools
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Report Highlights Increase in US Government Spending on Immigration Surveillance Technology