The NSA collects mobile location data under an executive order issued by the Reagan White House in 1981, reports The Hill. An NSA spokesperson stated that the data tracking is outward-facing, reiterating the previous claim made in the Post that data gathered by the NSA program is incidental as opposed to intentional. This is not the first time the NSA has argued that it operates within the confines of the law. A previous statement issued on October 31st also stated that its collection practices fall under Executive Order 12333, and are in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
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