The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1292 - The Bureaucracy-Media Leak Machine
Jul 8, 2021
New allegations suggest Tucker Carlson was targeted in a surveillance sweep, raising questions about media trust. The contentious debate over critical race theory in education continues, with the left and right battling over narratives. Parenting rights clash with LGBTQ discussions in schools, further fueling divisive opinions. Meanwhile, the media's portrayal of the January 6th events emphasizes polarization, tying it to broader political strategies. The evolution of American patriotism and symbolism adds another layer to the ongoing ideological conflicts.
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Tucker Carlson's Allegations
- Tucker Carlson claims NSA spied on his emails and plans to leak them.
- This allegedly stems from Carlson trying to arrange a Putin interview.
NSA Surveillance and Leaks
- The NSA's denial of targeting Carlson doesn't exclude incidental collection during surveillance of foreign contacts.
- Leaking any intercepted information is illegal and erodes public trust.
Legality of Surveillance
- The NSA could have legally surveilled Carlson if his intermediaries were foreign nationals on foreign soil.
- Unmasking Carlson's identity would only be legal if necessary to understand the intelligence.