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Emily Benedict
Coverage of Emily Benedict in the Nexus archive.
- Nashville police drone usage hits turbulence after launching without council approval
The Nashville Metro Police Department's drone program, launched without Metro Council approval, faces community backlash over lack of oversight. The program, operating under a legal exemption for temporary criminal investigations, is used for emergencies and traffic crashes, but critics argue it violates city surveillance statutes. Council members and advocates demand a public hearing and council vote.