Congress extends controversial surveillance powers for 10 days
4 hours ago
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- #privacy-debate
- #surveillance-renewal
- Congress voted to extend FISA Section 702 surveillance until April 30 after failing to secure longer renewals.
- The program allows interception of foreign nationals' electronic communications, but also collects data on Americans in contact with them.
- Debate has centered on requiring court approval to review Americans' information, with privacy advocates seeking reform and intelligence agencies opposing changes.
- Limited modifications were made, but if the program lapses after April 30, collection could continue but face lawsuits from providers.