Congress keeps kicking surveillance reform down the road
Congress has temporarily reauthorized Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act for 45 days, extending the surveillance authority while lawmakers negotiate potential reforms. The short-term renewal follows a House vote that included some reforms but excluded more contentious measures like a warrant requirement for searches involving U.S. persons. Debate over the reauthorization process has been contentious, with members criticizing the lack of amendment opportunities and internal party disagreements delaying progress.
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