What is the Fisa law Trump wants extended and why are lawmakers resisting?
Both Republicans and Democrats are pushing to reform the law, saying it allows "warrantless searches" of Americans' digital communications.
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"I was a victim of the worst and most illegal abuse of FISA in US history."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I was a victim of the worst and most illegal abuse of FISA in US history."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Are you kidding me? Who the hell is running this place?"
— Jim McGovern , Politician
"We just defeated Johnson’s efforts to sneak through a five-year Fisa authorization tonight. Now, they will have to fight in daylight tomorrow!"
— Ro Khanna , Politician
"The shameful midnight smash-and-grab attempt to steal away Americans’ privacy rights failed."
— Jake Laperruque , Activist
"A clean extension or fake reform is not going to cut it."
— Hannah James , Academic
"I am willing to risk the giving up of my Rights and Privileges as a Citizen for our Great Military and Country!"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"We’ve got to pivot and figure out what can pass, and we’re in the process of figuring out how to do that here."
— John Thune , Politician
"I have spoken with many in our Military who say FISA is necessary in order to protect our Troops overseas, as well as our people here at home, from the threat of Foreign Terror Attacks."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I will be voting NO on final passage of the FISA 702 Reauthorization Bill if it does not include a warrant provision and other reforms to protect US citizens’ right to privacy."
— Thomas Massie , Politician
"the 10-day bill passage was the “right decision” for now and that the small extension gives lawmakers more time to discuss reforms for the statute."
— Ron Wyden , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Counsel in the Brennan Center’s liberty and national security program.
Hillary Clinton is a former U.S. Secretary of State and presidential candidate.
Deputy director of the security and surveillance project at the Center for Democracy and Technology.
A Democratic congressman from Massachusetts who participated in the late-night debate.
Current U.S. President who has criticized Netanyahu's actions.
Republican Senator from South Dakota.
Mike Johnson is the Speaker of the House from Louisiana.
A California Democrat opposing military action against Iran.
Ron Wyden is a U.S. Senator from Oregon.
Thomas Massie is a Republican congressman from Kentucky.
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Both Republicans and Democrats are pushing to reform the law, saying it allows "warrantless searches" of Americans' digital communications.
President Donald Trump signed a bill extending Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until April 30, amid bipartisan concerns over warrantless surveillance of Americans' communications.
The White House is urging Congress to pass a clean extension of Section 702 of FISA, which allows warrantless surveillance for national security purposes, amid political challenges and bipartisan resistance.
The U.S. Senate passed a short-term extension of Section 702 of FISA through April 30, following a disruption led by a group of 20 House Republicans who opposed longer-term renewal proposals.
A group of 20 House Republicans blocked a long-term renewal of Section 702 of FISA, prompting the House to approve only a temporary two-week extension, marking a setback for House Speaker Mike Johnson and the White House.
President Trump hosted lawmakers skeptical of FISA at the White House in a strategic effort to gain their support ahead of a crucial vote on the reauthorization of Section 702.
An overview of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), its implications for surveillance, and the bipartisan resistance to its extension without reforms.
Congress approves a brief extension of Section 702 of FISA after Republican divisions hindered a longer-term renewal, highlighting ongoing debates over surveillance and privacy.
The Senate approves a 10-day extension of Section 702 of FISA, following the House's lead, as lawmakers continue to debate the future of the surveillance program.
Congress temporarily extends Section 702 of FISA, a surveillance law criticized for allowing warrantless data collection, amid ongoing debates over privacy and national security.
The Senate approves a 10-day extension of Section 702 of FISA following a House revolt that derailed a longer-term renewal, as lawmakers continue to debate the program's future.
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