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The revelation that the House Judiciary Committee has uncovered "alarming" surveillance practices, where federal investigators instructed banks to filter transactions using keywords such as 'MAGA' and 'Trump,' raises serious concerns about the extent of financial surveillance and potential violations of Fourth Amendment rights, particularly in the aftermath of the events on January 6. This approach, flagging transactions based on political affiliations and even categorizing 'religious texts' as potential 'extremism,' raises questions about the balance between national security concerns and individual privacy rights. The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, requiring warrants based on probable cause. The use of broad and politically charged keywords to flag financial transactions may risk overreach and targeting individuals based on their beliefs rather than concrete evidence of criminal activity. This situation underscores the need for a careful examination of surveillance practices to ensure they align with constitutional principles and do not compromise citizens' privacy and civil liberties. It also emphasizes the importance of maintaining a transparent and accountable system to prevent potential abuse of surveillance powers.