Surveillance, Crime, and Extremism Concerns

Brazil's former spy agency faces allegations of illegal surveillance, impacting key figures and the former president. Government surveillance expands, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties. Violent crime rates in the U.S. are declining, with some crimes increasing. A Singaporean teenager's espousal of white supremacist ideologies raises concern. Advanced weapons and protection gear are being developed for potential violent unrest in the lead-up to the 2024 election.