Warrentless Domestic Surveillance
Witnesses testified about the Foreign Intelligence Security Act (FISA) and extending legislation permitting wider use of warrantless wiretap… read more
Witnesses testified about the Foreign Intelligence Security Act (FISA) and extending legislation permitting wider use of warrantless wiretaps in conducting domestic surveillance. Among the topics they addressed were civil rights concerns, proper oversight of executive activities, the nature of the terrorist threat, and developing policies that recognize changes in telecommunication technology. They also talked about obtaining information from private companies and disclosure of personal information. close
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