US Congress temporarily extends controversial surveillance power under FISA
Al Jazeera·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The US Congress temporarily extended Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, allowing federal agencies to collect data from foreigners including their contacts with US citizens until April 30. The bipartisan extension passed after President Trump's efforts for a lasting renewal failed, with Senate leadership indicating potential future reforms amid privacy concerns.
Key Entities
US CongressFISASection 702NSAForeign Intelligence Surveillance ActDonald TrumpJohn ThuneSenate