Fisa spy powers almost certain to expire after Congress fails to act – US politics live
Summary
A key part of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), known as section 702, is set to expire because Congress has not extended it. The delay is mainly due to opposition to President Trump's temporary choice, Bill Pulte, to lead the intelligence agency, causing a political showdown.Key Facts
- Section 702 of FISA, which allows US intelligence collection abroad, is due to expire at midnight.
- Congress failed to pass a temporary extension before the deadline.
- Opposition to Bill Pulte, President Trump’s nominee for acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI), is a main reason for the delay.
- Many Democrats and some Republicans oppose Pulte because of his limited intelligence experience.
- President Trump later nominated Jay Clayton as a permanent intelligence director.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called for Pulte to be removed from the DNI position.
- The debate over FISA section 702 has been ongoing for years and is about balancing security with civil liberties.
- Other related news include discussions about a settlement with Iran and controversies involving President Trump's name on the Kennedy Center.
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