The only problem is that a major element of our national security network has now been compromised.
We have been put at hugely greater risk from terrorist attack because of this pathological, and, yes, treasonous disclosure of vital security operations.
Each of us and our families and the nation are today manifestly and significantly less safe from terrorist attacks, including those utilizing WMD's.
Not sure I buy that. The scope and depth of NSA surveillance technology remains unknown (although I would expect the Rats and MSM to attempt unveiling it in more detail). But the terrorists and collaborators have known for a very long time that their communications security is dodgey at best.
I do believe the NSA weenies who went to the NYT with this info - and apparently continue to do so to this day - should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.