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The hosts discuss the aggressive nature of IRS enforcement, noting that agents are armed and have the authority to eavesdrop on emails. Personal anecdotes are shared regarding the IRS's ability to track individuals internationally to ensure tax compliance.
VIPER Teams, Amtrak Security and Emeryville Station
TSA VIPER (Visible Intermodal Prevention and Response) teams have begun patrolling the Emeryville Amtrak station in California. These teams consist of armed agents in black tactical gear, often carrying sidearms in specialized holsters. Despite the heavy security presence, passengers interviewed in news clips express support for the measures, citing the "better safe than sorry" mantra.
