Reno, NV, October 30, 2026 — In Reno, the City has employed video surveillance tactics targeting ‘No Kings’ protesters. City officials stated that the use of this technology is in line with a recently adopted tech-based police policy and is intended to enhance public safety measures.

This surveillance initiative follows a significant municipal contract, valued at $22 million, with Axon for the acquisition of new technology. The implementation of surveillance on individuals involved in protests has, however, sparked concerns and criticism from activist groups. These groups have voiced objections particularly regarding the deployment of such surveillance capabilities at an anti-Trump rally.

The specific details of the new tech-based police policy were not provided. Furthermore, information regarding the exact dates of the surveillance, the specific nature of the ‘No Kings’ protests, or the precise context of the anti-Trump rally where the surveillance was reportedly deployed was not made available. The names of the officials who stated the policy’s alignment with public safety or the specific activists who raised criticism were also not disclosed in the provided information.

The full scope of the $22 million contract with Axon, including the types of new technology procured beyond general video surveillance, was not detailed. Similarly, the outcomes or findings from the video surveillance of the ‘No Kings’ protesters have not been disclosed. The city’s implementation of surveillance on protest groups raises questions among activists about privacy and the potential impact on freedom of assembly.


Story summarized from the original created by Bob Conrad on thisisreno.com, see more information here.

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