Sen. Eric Schmitt on FISA Reform and Government Weaponization

FISA Database Concerns

• 🎯 Senator Eric Schmitt highlights startling statistics from a hearing, stating the FBI improperly queried the FISA database for information on nearly 280,000 Americans.
• 💡 Many of these individuals reportedly included political donors, crime victims, or protesters, raising concerns about the scope of surveillance.

Weaponization of Government

• ⚖️ Schmitt frames these actions under the umbrella of the weaponization of government against citizens, particularly during recent Democrat administrations.
• 🔍 The genesis of the 'Russia gate' hoax is linked to the FISA court, where the Steele dossier was allegedly used as a predicate to surveil Donald Trump.
• ⚠️ The need for real protections for Americans is emphasized, balancing intelligence collection against the misuse of power.

Political Targeting Allegations

• 🎤 The discussion touches on accusations that the Biden administration used government entities to target political opponents, citing Special Counsel Jack Smith.
• 🧐 Schmitt alleges a coordinated campaign involving figures like Fani Willis and DOJ officials to sideline President Trump, with the Republican party being a primary target.
• 🚨 The senator expresses concern over what he describes as