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In a related vein, recent revelations about government surveillance programs reveal troubling abuse and targeting of political critics. Arizona Congressman Abe Hamadeh disclosed that he was subjected to the Quiet Skies program—a controversial initiative initially meant to target terrorists but which, according to reports, has been weaponized against critics of the current administration.
Hamada’s acknowledgement highlights how these programs are being used to target individuals perceived as enemies, especially critics of President Biden and Democratic policies. The program’s alleged misuse illustrates a broader concern about the erosion of civil liberties and the potential for government overreach to silence dissent.