Cato Podcast Expiring Authority for Warrantless Surveillance Meets Resistance
Nov 17, 2023
A bipartisan group in Congress is pushing for surveillance reform before reauthorization, including a warrant requirement and more oversight. The podcast discusses criticism of electronic surveillance and limitations of proposed bills. It also highlights instances of abuse and lack of oversight. Concerns about government actions to bypass expiration and proposals for a data-driven approach are also discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Criticism and Reform Efforts on Surveillance Authorities
03:13 • 2min
Analysis of Proposed Bill and Concerns about Investigations and State Secrets Privilege
05:17 • 4min
Lack of Oversight and Abuse in Government Surveillance
09:16 • 12min
Concerns and Deal Proposal Regarding Expiration of Warrantless Surveillance Authorities
20:57 • 2min