Despite former President Trump's frequent attacks on government surveillance as a tool of the 'deep state', his nominees, including John Ratcliffe, Pam Bondi, and Tulsi Gabbard, have expressed clear support for such measures in their confirmation hearings. Their endorsements starkly contrast Trump's previous stance, raising concerns about the administration's commitment to civil liberties and the potential for abuse of power under the guise of national security.
Trump's Hypocrisy Exposed: Champions of Privacy Rights Embrace Mass Surveillance
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In their confirmation hearings, John Ratcliffe, Pam Bondi, and Tulsi Gabbard gave government mass surveillance two thumbs up. The post Trump Decried This Law as a Deep State Spy Weapon. His Nominees Sure Seem to Love It. appeared first on The Intercept.
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In the face of ongoing criticism and conspiracy theories surrounding government surveillance, nominees John Ratcliffe, Pam Bondi, and Tulsi Gabbard show commendable support for vital national security measures in their confirmation hearings. Their stance confirms that, contrary to the false 'deep state' narrative propagated by detractors, such surveillance is crucial for maintaining America's safety and security.
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