# Unconstitutional on The No Agenda Show

Unconstitutional comes up in 9 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2009 to December 2022.

- **Chapters:** 9
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** March 2009 – December 2022
- **Related topics:** [Edward Snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [National Security Letters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security-letters.md), [Nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [Surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [Benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Chris Dodd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-dodd.md), [Chris Hedges](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-hedges.md), [Civil Liberties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-liberties.md)

## Chapters 1–9 of 9

### January 6th Capitol Attack and Election Denial

- **Episode:** [1508: 2022 Best of End of Show Mixes Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1508-2022-best-of-end-of-show-mixes-special.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-01
- **Time:** 2:14:27–2:16:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1508-2022-best-of-end-of-show-mixes-special/chapter/january-6th-capitol-attack-and-election-denial.md

The January 6th attack on the Capitol is compared to historic dates like Pearl Harbor and 9/11. The segment features footage of protesters "high-fiving" and smiling, which commentators describe as "outrageous and pathetic." It also notes the tragic suicides of police officers who responded to the event and the ongoing debate over the "big lie" that the 2020 election could be overturned.

Keywords: [january 6th](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6th.md), capitol attack, [election denial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-denial.md), [suicide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicide.md), [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md)

### Pennsylvania Lockdown Ruled Unconstitutional, Basic Liberties Protection

- **Episode:** [1278: Lockdown Face](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face.md)
- **Published:** 2020-09-17
- **Time:** 32:12–34:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/pennsylvania-lockdown-ruled-unconstitutional-basic-liberties-protection.md

A federal court ruled that Pennsylvania's lockdown measures were unconstitutional, stating that even well-intentioned efforts cannot override basic liberties. The judge noted that the governor's participation in protests while banning other gatherings constituted an unequal application of the law. The ruling emphasized that the Constitution does not accept a "new normal" where rights are subordinated to open-ended emergency measures.

Keywords: [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md), [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md), court ruling, [civil liberties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-liberties.md), emergency measures

### Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board Report on NSA

- **Episode:** [588: Velveeta Shortage!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/588-velveeta-shortage.md)
- **Published:** 2014-02-05
- **Time:** 1:06:08–1:10:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/588-velveeta-shortage/chapter/privacy-and-civil-liberties-oversight-board-report-on-nsa.md

David Medin, chairman of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB), is discussed following a report declaring NSA surveillance unconstitutional. The hosts highlight the lack of mainstream media coverage for the report, noting Medin was relegated to speaking in a George Washington University basement. They also point out the suspicious timing of Medin's confirmation just days before the Snowden leaks.

Keywords: [david medin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-medin.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [pclob](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pclob.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md)

### NSA Surveillance, Judge Richard Leon Ruling

- **Episode:** [575: BIOS Brick](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/575-bios-brick.md)
- **Published:** 2013-12-19
- **Time:** 7:32–11:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/575-bios-brick/chapter/nsa-surveillance-judge-richard-leon-ruling.md

Federal Judge Richard Leon ruled in Washington that the National Security Agency's bulk collection of American phone records is likely unconstitutional. The ruling describes the surveillance program as an unreasonable search that would have appalled James Madison, marking the first major judicial blow to the program exposed by Edward Snowden.

Keywords: [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), richard leon, [fourth amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fourth-amendment.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

### National Security Letters, Credo Mobile Legal Challenge

- **Episode:** [502: Nuevo Orden Mundial](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/502-nuevo-orden-mundial.md)
- **Published:** 2013-04-07
- **Time:** 19:49–21:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/502-nuevo-orden-mundial/chapter/national-security-letters-credo-mobile-legal-challenge.md

A federal judge ruled against the use of National Security Letters (NSLs) following a challenge by Credo Mobile. These letters, primarily issued by the FBI, allow the government to demand user data while imposing a gag order on the recipient. The court found the practice unconstitutional, though the government is expected to continue the practice through other legal avenues.

Keywords: [national security letters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security-letters.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), credo mobile, [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md), gag orders

### National Security Letters, Benghazi Survivors

- **Episode:** [496: Shoot Look Shoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot.md)
- **Published:** 2013-03-17
- **Time:** 2:19:12–2:22:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot/chapter/national-security-letters-benghazi-survivors.md

A federal judge ruled that National Security Letters (NSLs) are unconstitutional because they include gag orders that violate free speech. The discussion links these letters to the silence of Benghazi survivors, suggesting they were issued NSLs to prevent them from testifying about the 2012 attack.

Keywords: [national security letters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security-letters.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md)

### Federal Judge Katherine Forrest Rules Against NDAA Section 1021

- **Episode:** [410: The Cheeseburger Code](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/410-the-cheeseburger-code.md)
- **Published:** 2012-05-20
- **Time:** 21:04–23:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/410-the-cheeseburger-code/chapter/federal-judge-katherine-forrest-rules-against-ndaa-section-1021.md

Federal Judge Katherine Forrest issued a ruling declaring Section 1021 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) unconstitutional. Journalist Chris Hedges, who sued the government over the provision, explains how the ruling temporarily halts the military's power to indefinitely detain U.S. citizens without due process.

Keywords: katherine forrest, [chris hedges](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-hedges.md), [ndaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ndaa.md), [indefinite detention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indefinite-detention.md), [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md)

### Tennessee Harassment Law, Distressing Images Legislation

- **Episode:** [312: Illegal in Tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/312-illegal-in-tennessee.md)
- **Published:** 2011-06-12
- **Time:** 2:13:30–2:17:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/312-illegal-in-tennessee/chapter/tennessee-harassment-law-distressing-images-legislation.md

Tennessee passed a new law making it a crime to post images that cause emotional distress without a legitimate purpose. The hosts argue the law is unconstitutional and could be used to criminalize internet gags or controversial political content, leading them to jokingly declare the podcast illegal in the state.

Keywords: [tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tennessee.md), [harassment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harassment.md), distressing images, [internet law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-law.md), [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md)

### Chris Dodd and the Bonus Tax Red Herring

- **Episode:** [84: Jobs Justice and Climate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/84-jobs-justice-and-climate.md)
- **Published:** 2009-03-29
- **Time:** 19:51–22:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/84-jobs-justice-and-climate/chapter/chris-dodd-and-the-bonus-tax-red-herring.md

The 90% bonus tax is characterized as a "red herring" designed to appease public anger while being legally unenforceable. Senator Chris Dodd is identified as the figure who originally protected these bonuses, which are described as a redefinition of salary to bypass TARP caps.

Keywords: [chris dodd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-dodd.md), [tarp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tarp.md), bonus tax, [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md), [red herring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-herring.md)

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