THREAD: surveillance shock federal

INSIDER TRADING Shocker: Greed and Betrayal Rock New York Finance

29 May 2025 — Federal agents have uncovered a massive insider trading scheme in New York City. Among those arrested is Mark Reynolds, a well-known financial analyst. Prosecutors say Reynolds leaked secret information to hedge fund managers, giving them an unfair advantage in the stock market.

The FBI and SEC led the probe, finding messages that showed Reynolds shared private details about earnings reports and company mergers. The group is accused of making over $50 million in illegal profits just last year.

Agents seized computers and financial records from several locations during their sweep. Those involved now face charges like securities fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering — more arrests are expected soon.

Officials say this case proves law enforcement is serious about stopping corruption on Wall Street and protecting everyday investors from these high-level scams.

SURVEILLANCE SHOCK: Federal Judge Slams Law to Defend Your Privacy

27 May 2025 — A federal judge in Washington, D.C. has put the brakes on the new “National Security Enhancement Act.” The law would have given the government more power to spy on Americans. Privacy groups and civil liberties advocates fought back, saying it breaks the Fourth Amendment and allows unreasonable searches.

Judge Maria Lopez agreed there are serious privacy risks and not enough oversight. Her decision stops the law for now — a big win for those worried about government overreach.

The Department of Justice says this law is needed to keep America safe from threats. They plan to appeal and try to get the ruling overturned.

Experts say this battle could end up at the Supreme Court. The final decision may shape how much power Washington has over your personal privacy for years to come.

NORTHERN BORDER Shock: Agents Stop Illegal From Hostile Nation

08 May 2025 — U.S. border agents on the northern line have caught an illegal alien from a hostile country, sparking new fears about national security. Officials are keeping the person’s name and home country secret for now. This comes as illegal crossings hit record highs across the nation.

Agents say they are under growing pressure as more people try to cross both borders. While few details have been shared, this arrest shows how enemies of America may be testing weak spots in our border security.

Across the country, there is a bigger push to crack down on illegal immigration and crime tied to it. Courts are backing Trump-era rules, and federal officers just arrested criminal aliens in North Carolina.

Meanwhile, police face tough battles in cities where budgets were cut or funding was slashed. These challenges make it even harder to protect Americans from foreign threats and rising crime at home.

FEDERAL Agents’ SHOCKING Arrests Spark Immigration Law Outrage

15 March 2025 — In Liberty, Missouri, armed Department of Homeland Security agents allegedly arrested 12 restaurant workers without warrants. The incident took place at a Mexican restaurant where workers were reportedly barricaded inside. This has sparked concerns about the overreach of federal immigration enforcement.

Mark Fleming from the National Immigrant Justice Center argues that agents are exceeding their legal authority. He stresses that while ICE can enforce immigration laws, they must follow constitutional and congressional limits. This case highlights ongoing debates about balancing national security with individual rights.

Chicago attorneys have taken this issue to federal court, accusing agents of violating both immigration law and constitutional rights since January. At least 22 individuals claim their rights were breached during these operations. This legal battle underscores tensions surrounding U.S. immigration enforcement practices.

ALARMING DHS Revelation: 670,000 Border 'Gotaways’ in FY2023 — The Shocking Truth Behind the Numbers

11 December 2023 — Fox News recently uncovered a startling revelation from officials at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). They disclosed to Arizona’s congressional delegation and House and Senate Judiciary and Homeland Security committees that an astounding 670,000 known “gotaways” slipped through the border in FY2023.

In addition to this alarming figure, lawmakers were made aware of a daily influx of approximately 5,000 illegal immigrants into the U.S. These individuals are handed off to non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that aid them in reaching their final destinations. This rate could equate to nearly 1.8 million illegal migrants entering the country each year.

The DHS report also shed light on a record-breaking number of daily encounters by Border Patrol with migrants — over 12,000 in one day alone. This follows a record-setting year with more than 2.4 million encounters in FY23 and an unprecedented monthly high exceeding 260,000 last September.

When questioned about collaboration efforts with Mexico to control migrant flow at the southern border, DHS officials expressed concern for the “safety and security of noncitizens”. They highlighted risks these individuals often face due to dangerous travel methods like illicit train rides.