Topic: Ndaa 2013

The 2013 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) included an amendment that effectively repealed the Smith-Mundt Act, which previously prohibited the U.S. government from using propaganda on its own citizens. This legislative change has allowed government officials from the White House, CIA, and State Department to appear frequently on news channels as commentators. Critics argue that mainstream media outlets like NewsHour and MSNBC now primarily feature government stooges rather than independent experts.

The 2013 modernization of the Smith-Mundt Act allows the Broadcast Board of Governors (BBG) to distribute its content domestically upon request. While the BBG claims it does not target U.S. audiences, local stations can now subscribe to free, high-quality news packages produced by the agency. This change has raised concerns about the potential for government-funded propaganda within the United States.

The hosts provide a recurring disclaimer regarding the 2013 repeal of the Smith-Mundt Act via the National Defense Authorization Act. This legal change allows the U.S. government to release state-produced propaganda within domestic borders, influencing the current media landscape.

The hosts discuss the revocation of the Smith-Mundt Act via the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2013. They argue this change allows the United States government to legally direct propaganda at domestic audiences. This legal shift is presented as a fundamental change in how news and government messaging reach the American public.

The hosts warn of a "scam" where major cable companies offer free Wi-Fi to lock users into their ecosystems and enforce cable credential logins for streaming apps. They also discuss the NDAA 2013 and the legalization of domestic psychological operations. A "special thanks" to the Department of Defense in the film "Moneyball" is cited as evidence of government influence in media.

The House of Representatives debated several amendments to the 2013 NDAA, including a failed attempt by Dennis Kucinich to ban signature drone strikes. The hosts highlight a massive $1.047 trillion discretionary spending authority granted to the military despite public discussions regarding cost-cutting and debt reduction.

The House of Representatives is moving forward with the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013. Representative Adam Smith is highlighted for his opposition to provisions that undermine constitutional rights, arguing that the existing justice system is sufficient for prosecuting terrorists. The debate centers on whether the expansion of military detention authority is necessary for national security.

House Resolution 4310, the NDAA for 2013, authorizes significant funding for advanced weaponry, including a new missile defense site on the East Coast. The bill mandates reports on directed energy weapons, such as high-energy lasers and millimeter-wave technologies. Specific provisions designate the Navy and Air Force as lead services for integrating 100-kilowatt lasers and microwave weapons onto surface ships and unmanned aerial vehicles.