Controversy Erupts as NYPD Deploys Drones to Monitor Labor Day Backyard Parties in NYC

New York City police have announced plans to use surveillance drones to monitor large gatherings and noise complaints over the Labor Day weekend, including private events. The decision has sparked outcry from privacy advocates who argue that it infringes on constitutional rights and disproportionately targets Black and brown communities. Critics also accuse the NYPD of using technology as a PR stunt and breaking the law. Some argue that drone surveillance should require warrants, highlighting the fundamental differences between drones and manned aircraft. Earlier this year, a bill was introduced in the New York state senate to impose limitations on drone use for law enforcement purposes.