unrealnegan
Without any insight into that case (and what it was about), I'm generally for securing ethical activities of individuals -- particularly when confronted by powerful, often very resourceful adversaries (whether states or big enterprises).
On the other hand and in a wider sense, extraction tools are tools as operating systems are tools. It depends on the specific case and is often a matter of perspective what is sane and what is scum. (The old story of the knife in the hand of a robber or the knife in the hand of a surgeon...) For instance, when dealing with organised crime -- and I mean real organised crime like mafia killings etc. (not when autocratic actors define inconvenient actions of political opponents as crime) -- I actually wish law enforcement certain successes in dealing with the criminals.
BTW, an aspect that seems to be overlooked by certain officials, sometimes:
A (more) secure device like one with GrapheneOS can be your tool as well. There is data extraction and interception by the real bad guys as well -- and I'd rather ethical official activities were hardened against that.
(Slightly off-topic from here:)
IMHO sometimes it's a delicate distinction between good and bad. Admittedly, sometimes it seems to be very clear, too.
I hope and think that a majority of people still strive for good (or at least neutral) deeds. Maybe it will be a lifelong challenge to get it right.
Anyway, I think that the base right of privacy is a vital component for modern societies. Particularly when facing growing authoritarianism.