Trump administration attempts to take down leak of ICE personnel data

What happened: DHS asked Icelandic host FlokiNET to remove a site with data on its employees. FlokiNET refused, but the domain's registrar suspended it and the data moved elsewhere. Key numbers: The letter said more than 40,000 identifiable individuals were placed at risk. The database was first posted on Wednesday by DDoSecrets. Why it matters: FlokiNET argued the public has a legitimate interest in knowing who carries out enforcement work. The administration has pressed platforms over ICE-related information before.

DHS asked Icelandic host FlokiNET to remove a site with data on its employees. FlokiNET refused, but the domain's registrar suspended it and the data moved elsewhere.

FlokiNET argued the public has a legitimate interest in knowing who carries out enforcement work. The administration has pressed platforms over ICE-related information before.