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Council approves night-vision equipment for Bomb Squad after members seek assurances on use
Summary
After members expressed concern the equipment could be used for immigration enforcement, police and staff told the council the Homeland Security-funded night-vision gear is designated for the Detroit Bomb Squad and will be audited under grant terms.
The Detroit City Council approved a Homeland Security-funded purchase of night-vision equipment Feb. 5 after members sought assurances it would not be used to support immigration enforcement actions.
Council member Young asked whether the night-vision equipment listed under the Homeland Security grant would be limited to criminal investigation and public-safety usage or could be used in broader…
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