San Francisco's Proposition E Faces Intense Scrutiny Over Surveillance and Police Powers

Critics argue that the measure, backed by tech billionaires and Mayor London Breed, could compromise civil liberties and reverse police reform efforts.

• Proposition E aims to strengthen police powers in San Francisco, including easier setup of surveillance cameras and looser rules on police chases.
• Critics, including the ACLU and public defenders, warn it could lead to a 'surveillance state' and endanger civil liberties.
• Tech billionaires have donated nearly $1.5 million to support the measure, while opponents have raised just $200,000.
• The measure is part of Mayor London Breed's efforts to address crime, but opponents say it undermines decades of police reform.
• San Franciscans will vote on Proposition E on March 5, amid debates over its impact on privacy and police accountability.

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