# Federal Agencies Target Observers | California News

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Podcast: [California News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/california-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7610473)
Published: 2026-09-11T05:24:12+00:00
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A sweeping new federal lawsuit accuses Homeland Security and the FBI of targeting citizens who observe and document their activities, violating First Amendment rights and privacy. Plaintiffs like Michael Khalili say they’ve faced intimidation, surveillance, and threats—including being told to stop observing immigration officers, having their homes visited by agents, and even being placed on watch lists. The suit alleges a coordinated government effort to label observers as “domestic terrorists,” dismantle civil rights protections, and silence accountability. This landmark case seeks nationwide reforms to restore transparency and protect the public’s right to hold power to account. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fef9564fd98ea26e

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