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Congressional Dish
CD291: Warrantless Spying Continues
Apr 24, 2024
The podcast uncovers the controversial FISA 702 program, revealing government spying on foreigners and storage of American citizens' data without warrants. Discussions include the NSA surveillance revelations, evolution of surveillance practices, debates on warrantless spying, and expansion of surveillance powers. Legislative updates, frustrations with the process, and urgent support for a live show in DC are also highlighted.
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- Congress reauthorized FISA 702 with changes impacting surveillance on Americans, balancing restrictions with expansions.
- Urgent passing of significant bills without expert review raises concerns about transparency and potential real-world impacts.
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Congress Rushes Bills into Law Without Proper Consideration
Members of Congress hastily passed a stack of at least 15 bills over 420 weekend, including the War Money Bill, the Not a TikTok ban, and the Repo Act. The rushed legislative process raised concerns as it lacked the usual hearings and thorough consideration. The host expressed worry about the potential real-world impacts since key bills were passed without experts evaluating them.
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