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DHS to ramp up tracking domestic extremism on social media following deadly Jan. 6 Capitol riot

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WASHINGTON (AP) - The Department of Homeland Security plans to ramp up social media tracking as part of an enhanced focus on domestic violent extremism.

While the move is a response to weaknesses exposed by the deadly U.S. Capitol insurrection, it's raising concerns about undermining Americans’ civil liberties.President Joe Biden's top appointees have called white supremacists the greatest security threat to the country and are pushing for bolstered intelligence gathering.

Closely watching are advocates for communities of color and groups that have previously been the focus of intensified surveillance, sometimes unlawfully.DHS in recent weeks has announced a new office in its intelligence branch focusing on domestic extremism and a new.

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