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267. Oops! DOJ spied on its new FBI Director Kash Patel—and other Congressional staffers at the time

The Sharyl Attkisson Podcast

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Whistleblower Challenges and Government Surveillance

This chapter explores the daunting challenges faced by whistleblowers who report misconduct within government agencies and the implications of their testimonies. It details a case of unauthorized surveillance by the DOJ and FBI on Congressional staff communications during a 2017 investigation, raising concerns about privacy and transparency. The narrative emphasizes the adversarial relationship between Congress and federal organizations, highlighting the potential dangers to whistleblower confidence and congressional oversight.

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