Surveillance and Legal Standing: The Clapper Case

This chapter examines the Clapper v. Amnesty International case, focusing on the implications of NSA surveillance practices on foreign citizens and the legal challenges surrounding it. It discusses the historical context of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and the lack of transparency within the FISA court, raising concerns about civil liberties and accountability. Additionally, the chapter critiques the legal complexities surrounding the establishment of standing for plaintiffs in cases involving government surveillance, particularly in relation to the Fourth Amendment.