Senate passes 45-day FISA extension
Summary
The Senate approved a 45-day extension of a national surveillance program that allows spying without a warrant. This decision came after the Senate rejected a longer extension proposed by the House, which included some reforms but no warrant requirement. Lawmakers will continue to discuss changes to the program.Key Facts
- The Senate passed a 45-day extension on warrantless spying powers.
- The House had proposed a longer extension with some reforms.
- The House package did not include a requirement for a warrant.
- The Senate’s shorter extension rejects the House’s version.
- The program allows surveillance without a warrant, which is under debate.
- Lawmakers plan to keep discussing how to reform the program.
- This surveillance authority relates to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).
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