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DALLAS - Apple has removed ICEBlock, a controversial app used to track U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activities, from its App Store. The removal follows a deadly shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas where the alleged gunman reportedly used a tracking app to locate agents before opening fire.

What we know:

Apple cited "objectionable content" when informing ICEBlock of the removal, according to a post by the app on the social media platform Bluesky. ICEBlock stated it believes the app was removed due to pressure from the Trump administration.

The Department of Justice confirmed it demanded the removal of the app, arguing that it endangers law enforcement agents and helps shield immigrants.

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