On the Media Big Tech is Silencing the ICE Watchers. Plus, Why a Scholar of Antifa Fled the Country.
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Oct 17, 2025 
Joseph Cox, an investigative reporter and co-founder of 404 Media, reveals how tech giants are removing apps documenting ICE activities, discussing the implications for future accountability. Mark Bray, a historian known for his work on Antifa, shares his harrowing experience of being doxxed, leading him to flee the country amidst a smear campaign. John J. Lennon, an editor and author from Sing Sing, critiques true crime narratives and their impact on public perception of incarcerated individuals, advocating for more nuanced storytelling.
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Archiving Videos Creates Future Accountability
- Eyes Up aggregated publicly available videos to preserve evidence of ICE abuses and create a searchable historical record.
- Joseph Cox argues this archival role matters for future accountability even if it doesn't produce immediate consequences.
Platforms Removed Apps After DOJ Pressure
- Apple removed Eyes Up citing guidelines on "objectionable content" and labeled ICE as a "targeted group."
- Joseph Cox notes DOJ contact influenced platform removals, creating a de facto censorship channel.
Prioritize Hotlines And Community Trust
- Use community hotlines and local trust networks, not just apps, to respond when ICE appears.
- Rely on human trust-based support because apps lack the multifaceted help communities need.
