Ex-FBI insiders expose how the Patriot Act fuels surveillance, government overreach, and AI-driven domestic spying. Here's the truth mainstream media won’t tell you.

In this At The Mic deep dive, I’m joined by former FBI insiders Steve Friend and George Hill to dissect the Patriot Act and its ongoing impact on American civil liberties. From surveillance to data collection, from redefining terrorism to enabling indefinite detention—this episode covers the harsh realities of a post-9/11 intelligence state.

We get brutally honest about National Security Letters, the FBI's transformation into a domestic intelligence agency, and how AI is accelerating government overreach. You'll hear firsthand why even past supporters now question the Act, how both political sides have kept it alive, and why whistleblowers risk it all to speak out. If you're passionate about freedom, privacy, or accountability, this is a must-watch.

📌Timestamps for Navigation
00:00 – The Impact of the Patriot Act
07:46 – Understanding Surveillance and Data Collection
12:40 – The Role of AI in Surveillance
19:29 – The Evolution of Terrorism Definitions
22:32 – National Security Letters and Their Implications
30:56 – The FBI's Transformation into an Intelligence Agency
36:01 – The Patriot Act: A Double-Edged Sword
39:41 – Surveillance and Its Implications
43:17 – The Role of the FBI and Counterintelligence
46:00 – The Chilling Effect of Surveillance
49:30 – Indefinite Detention and Legal Loopholes
52:21 – Legal Challenges and the Supreme Court
56:39 – The Future of the Patriot Act and Civil Liberties

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