Note: Under many authorities (incl Section 215), "accomplices" to CI target are fair game for spying.
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Replying to @emptywheel
@emptywheel Now that's an interesting thought. You thinking an "accomplice" could qualify under 215 as a seed identifier?4 replies 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @BradMossEsq
@BradMossEsq There's good reason to believe they did the same w/WikiLeaks supporters (not even contributors).1 reply 2 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @emptywheel
@emptywheel Now that would be something of concern. Hadn't thought of it that way. But if not prosecuting what use is the info to the USG?1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @BradMossEsq
@BradMossEsq You're kidding right? Look, they've suggested they could use NSLs to get journo contacts for some time.1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @emptywheel
@emptywheel Ah, I follow you. That'd be a hell of a way to uncover sources.1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @BradMossEsq
@BradMossEsq@emptywheel NSLs don't have to be court approved. 215 searches do (or, at least they will).1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes
@NatlSecCnslrs Yes. But under the standard of "relevant to Snowden" it'd get all the journos. Even treating relevant literally @BradMossEsq
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