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POLITICSJul 16 · 21:43 UTCKSTP ABC MINNEAPOLISKyle Brown

Minneapolis City Council rejects drones-as-first-responder pilot, citing ties to Israel, ICE

The Minneapolis City Council rejected a drones-as-first-responder pilot program after Council Vice President Jamal Osman switched his vote, citing Skydio's ties to Israel's military and ICE. The 75-day trial aimed to deploy drones for emergency response but failed on a 6-6 tie, with supporters arguing ethical concerns outweighed potential public safety benefits.

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