Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

Also NAL, but the problem for these types of scenarios (and yes, I agree it's a problem) is that you have to prove specific harm. It's not enough that some jerk in the government might be able to violate your privacy with such-and-such a program as then the Supreme Court would have to overturn essentially the entire government.

You'd have to demonstrate you were actually harmed by a program, which is going to be difficult for someone on the outside of these programs to ever prove.



Journalists could go for "chilling effect." The AP has already complained of it in practical terms.




Consider applying for YC's Summer 2026 batch! Applications are open till May 4

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: