Report Confirms Dozens of Senators Are Being Issued Taxpayer-Funded Satellite Phones in Preparation for a “Disruptive Event”

Credit: Associated Press A report confirms that United States Senators have been issued emergency satellite phones. CBS News reported these devices are part of a series of new security measures being offered to senators by Karen Gibson, Senate Sergeant at Arms. The official line of reasoning behind offering the satellite phones was “to ensure a redundant and secure means of communication during a disruptive event.” CBS News also notes that the … Continue reading Report Confirms Dozens of Senators Are Being Issued Taxpayer-Funded Satellite Phones in Preparation for a “Disruptive Event”