Backscatter scanners, coming to a sidewalk near you….citizen

The TSA’s rollout of full-body backscatter scanners at airports hasn’t pleased too many people (other than the manufacturers of said scanners). Now a handful of newly uncovered documents show that the Dept. of Homeland Security has been considering bringing that invasive technology out of the airport and out to the public realm.

The documents, obtained by the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) demonstrate DHS’ interest in exploring the use of these scanners, among other devices, to monitor everything from city streets to train stations and large events. Read More