The Daily Herold: 4/15/26 - FISA Fight, Tax Day Reality, AI Surveillance

On Tax Day, Jon Herold dives into frustration surrounding government spending, arguing that taxpayer money is largely wasted or misused. He breaks down the heated debate over FISA reauthorization, questioning why surveillance powers that have been abused in the past are being pushed again, even with known risks to civil liberties. The episode also explores how AI is rapidly expanding government surveillance capabilities, raising new concerns about data collection and privacy. Jon touches on Trump’s latest interview, including comments on the Federal Reserve, NATO, and the economy, while also highlighting a new initiative to deploy nuclear power in space. He closes by examining how algorithms and incentives shape public narratives, often limiting access to truthful perspectives.