politics
Senate fails to extend FISA surveillance program as deadline nears, with 7 Republicans joining Democrats
Washington — The Senate on Friday blocked an extension of a key warrantless surveillance program used by U.S. intelligence agencies, meaning Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act will expire on June 12 without further intervention.
TL;DR
- The Senate voted 47-52 to block an extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).
- Section 702 is set to expire on June 12 without further action.
- Seven Republicans joined Democrats in voting against the extension, primarily due to concerns about warrantless surveillance of Americans.
- The controversial nomination of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence also contributed to the opposition.
- Some lawmakers expressed hope to revisit the legislation next week, but significant disagreements remain.