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White House asks Democratic members of federal privacy oversight board to quit


Published on 2025-01-23 11:00:37 - Reuters
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  • The Trump administration has asked the three Democratic members of the U.S. Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board, an independent executive branch agency, to resign by end of day on Thursday or face termination,

The White House has requested that Democratic members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) resign by the end of January 2025, as reported by Reuters on January 23, 2025. This move is part of a broader effort to ensure a smooth transition and to align the board's composition with the incoming administration's priorities. The PCLOB, established to oversee and advise on issues related to privacy and civil liberties in the context of national security, has been a focal point for bipartisan cooperation. However, the request for resignation has raised concerns about the politicization of this independent agency. The White House's decision comes amidst ongoing debates about surveillance, data privacy, and civil liberties, especially in light of recent technological advancements and security threats.

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