Congress Wants to Protect Itself from FBI Spying but NOT YOU | Guests: Rep. Chip Roy & Rep. Thomas Massie | 4/10/24
Apr 10, 2024
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Reps. Chip Roy & Thomas Massie discuss Congress voting on FISA Section 702 allowing FBI spying without warrants. They reveal Congress plans to protect itself from spying. Historian Arthur Herman highlights parallels between hostility against Israel and WWII. Glenn Beck dives into how politicians get rich
Congress is voting on reauthorizing FISA Section 702 for FBI spying on Americans without warrants.
Congressman Warren Davidson's amendment aims to prevent federal government data purchase without warrants.
The Speaker of the House is obstructing Fourth Amendment protection for US citizens against warrantless surveillance.
The core issue is preventing government overreach, securing Fourth Amendment rights, and rejecting warrantless searches.
Deep dives
Protecting Civil Liberties
The reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) is under consideration. The Speaker of the House is blocking a warrant requirement that would protect American citizens from warrantless searches. Call your representatives and ask them to vote for the Fourth Amendment protection. Demand that your civil liberties are respected.
Amendment by Congressman Warren Davidson
Congressman Warren Davidson's amendment, the 'Fourth Amendment is not for sale,' aims to prevent the federal government from purchasing data from data brokers without obtaining a warrant or a subpoena. This amendment is crucial in closing the data broker loophole and restoring the requirement for warrants before spying on American citizens.
Speaker's Interference in Legislation
The Speaker of the House has effectively removed key provisions, such as the Fourth Amendment protection amendment, from the bill reauthorizing the FISA. By obstructing essential safeguards for Americans' civil liberties, the Speaker is allowing warrantless surveillance on citizens to continue. This interference jeopardizes the constitutional rights of US citizens.
Importance of Fourth Amendment Safeguards
The core issue at hand is preventing government overreach and protecting American citizens from unwarranted surveillance. Securing the Fourth Amendment rights through the warrant requirement is crucial in maintaining a balance between national security and individual liberties. The public must call their representatives to emphasize the importance of upholding the Fourth Amendment and rejecting warrantless searches on Americans.
Violation of Privacy Rights Under Fourth Amendment
The podcast episode delves into the significance of upholding privacy rights under the Fourth Amendment, emphasizing the requirement for warrants based on probable cause for searches and seizures. It highlights the dangers of circumventing warrant requirements, especially concerning the government's acquisition of private data without proper authorization, fostering a need to advocate for the protection of privacy and demand adherence to constitutional rights.
Impact of Investments on Political Influence
The episode sheds light on the influence of financial investments on political decisions and policies, particularly focusing on high-profile individuals like Mitch McConnell and Nancy Pelosi. It discusses the potential conflict of interest arising from investments in industries aligned with political agendas and how such financial interests can shape legislative priorities, impacting national security funding and international relations.
Historical Parallels and Current Global Risks
Drawing historical parallels to past atrocities and political climates, the episode raises concerns about the global landscape, including escalating tensions in international relations and the potential for misinformation and cover-ups in the face of pandemics. It underscores the importance of accountability, integrity, and critical thinking in navigating geopolitical challenges and advocating for societal well-being.
What’s the best way to make loads of money? Simple: Get elected to Congress! Glenn previews the newest Blaze Originals documentary, “Bought and Paid For: How Politicians Get Filthy Rich.” President Biden has labeled Donald Trump “the primary threat to freedom and democracy at home.” But Glenn reviews some footage out of Dearborn, Michigan, that suggests otherwise. Congress is voting on whether to reauthorize FISA Section 702, which would allow the FBI to secretly spy on Americans without warrants. Glenn speaks with Reps. Chip Roy (R-Texas), Thomas Massie (R-Ky.), and Warren Davidson (R-Ohio), who are leading the charge to prevent this. And to make matters worse, Rep. Massie reveals how Congress plans to protect ITSELF from this spying but not you. Historian Arthur Herman joins to describe the disturbing parallels between today’s hostility against Israel and World War II.
