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On the recordJuly 16, 2008
We understand that a new member is on the watch list, Drew Griffin of CNN. And my question is, why would Drew Griffin's name come on the watch list post his investigation of TSA? What a curious and interesting and troubling phenomenon. What is the basis of this sudden recognition that Drew Griffin is a terrorist? Are we targeting people because of their critique or criticism?
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Sheila Jackson Lee
Democratic · Texas

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Sheila Jackson Lee questions the inclusion of Drew Griffin on the FBI's terror watch list following his critical reports on the TSA, suggesting potential targeting due to his criticisms.

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