I can understand people drawing that conclusion. But this program went on for 5 long years. The idea that we grant retroactive immunity for actions over 5 long years goes way beyond anything anybody ought to accept in this body. Retroactive immunity, under these circumstance, would be a massive step backward in light of this administration's assault on the Constitution and the rule of law.
Discussing concerns over granting retroactive immunity to telecom companies during a Senate debate.
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