As the 9/11 Commission pointed out, to prevent 9/11 from happening again, we need to connect the dots. And realize that dealing with AQ isn't just dealing with law enforcement, but dealing with enemy who has declared war against America.
As president, I have the constitutional authority -- Article 2 -- to protect the country. Congress gave me additional authority, military authority.
Ordered transmissions of known terrorists to be intercepted. Congress has been briefed dozens of times. Intends to continue to do it.
Well, good. He's repeating the facts that he gave in his wiretap speech two days ago. If he keeps repeating, maybe some folks will actually hear him.