(Charlie Returns) FISA 702 Extension || EP 1137

In this episode, we dive into the FISA reauthorization, Senate politics, Rand Paul's failed attempt to strip the extension of government surveillance powers from the annual Pentagon policy spending bill, and the impact on Americans' privacy. We also discuss the defense bill, slapped with a $886 billion budget passed with more Democratic votes than Republican ones, and the dangers of unwarranted mass surveillance. Furthermore, we tackle the issue of rights, questioning if our government should violate the rights of foreign individuals.

00:22 The Failed Attempt to Stop FISA Reauthorization
01:09 The Consequences of FISA Extension
02:00 The Proposed Legislation for FISA and NDAA
02:50 The Impact of FISA on Americans
03:30 The Failure of Reform Bills
05:19 The Expansion of Surveillance
09:57 The Reaction of Snowden and Other Advocates
12:16 The Passing of the Defense Policy Bill
13:48 The Failure of Pentagon's Audit
21:25 Debate on Spying on Foreign Adversaries
21:56 Slippery Slope of Spying and Surveillance
24:18 TSA and Airport Security
27:52 Discussing Natural Rights and Government Overreach