System Update with Glenn Greenwald

GOP Senators Demand Tulsi Support Domestic Surveillance To Be Confirmed; Group Tracks IDF War Criminals Around The World; System Pupdate: Pointer’s Determination To Survive

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Jan 11, 2025
GOP senators pressure Tulsi Gabbard to shift her stance on surveillance ahead of her nomination. An activist shares insights on tracking IDF war criminals globally, highlighting the importance of accountability. Meanwhile, an uplifting tale unfolds about Pointer, a rescue dog who triumphs over neglect, illustrating the remarkable bond between rescued animals and their human advocates. The podcast dives deep into the political ramifications of surveillance and the quest for justice in war crimes.
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INSIGHT

DC Orthodoxy

  • Trump's cabinet picks largely align with D.C. establishment dogma, facing little opposition from Democrats or media.
  • Only nominees deviating from bipartisan orthodoxy, like Tulsi Gabbard, spark conflict.
ANECDOTE

Gabbard's FISA Stance

  • Tulsi Gabbard's nomination as Director of National Intelligence faces opposition due to her criticism of domestic surveillance programs like FISA.
  • Publications like The Economist and CNN frame her stance as "anti-surveillance," raising concerns within the intelligence community.
INSIGHT

Power Dynamics in DC

  • Gabbard reportedly reverses her FISA stance, now supporting Section 702 to save her nomination.
  • This highlights how Washington prioritizes security state agendas over individual views, even after elections.
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