Reed College Dismisses Director Over Facial Recognition Privacy Breach
Reed College has dismissed Gary Grainger, its long-serving Director for Community Safety, following a controversial incident involving the use of facial recognition technology by the FBI. The dismissal, effective October 1, [year], has sparked concerns about surveillance and privacy rights.
Gary Grainger, in his defence, claimed he had previously shared information with police, but this time, he released an alumnus's personal details to the FBI. The alumnus, Robert Jacob Hoopes, was subsequently arrested. Hoopes is accused of assaulting a federal officer and damaging federal property during a protest at an ICE facility. He has pleaded not guilty and remains free pending trial.
Reed College's policy strictly prohibits the release of directory information, including names and addresses, to third parties without a legal requirement. Grainger's actions, which may have violated this policy, have raised questions about his decision-making process and the potential influence of external pressures. Grainger accused the college of yielding to political pressure from wealthy alumni donors.
The use of facial recognition technology by the FBI and the subsequent sharing of information by Gary Grainger have highlighted concerns about surveillance and privacy rights. Reed College's termination of Grainger suggests a commitment to upholding its privacy policy, while the ongoing legal process involving Robert Jacob Hoopes underscores the seriousness of the allegations.
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