Court Rules NSA Mass Surveillance Program Was Illegal

The NSA's secret collection of Americans' phone records without warrants was deemed illegal by a court, potentially violating the Constitution. Initially denied by top intelligence officials, the program was justified as a tool against domestic extremism. Edward Snowden, who exposed these activities in 2013, fled to Russia and faces espionage charges. He expressed surprise at the court's condemnation of the NSA and acknowledgment of his role. The American Civil Liberties Union hailed the ruling as a win for privacy rights.

What actions did Edward Snowden take after exposing the NSA's activities?

How did the American Civil Liberties Union react to the court's ruling?