Future of surveillance law FISA uncertain amid Republican infighting
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The Senate temporarily extended the FISA surveillance law until April 30 due to Republican infighting.
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The Senate agreed to a temporary extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until April 30. This action followed a division among House Republicans, which derailed a vote on Thursday night to renew the surveillance law for five years. The temporary measure prevents FISA from lapsing entirely, but its long-term future remains uncertain due to the ongoing Republican infighting. This legislative struggle highlights disagreements within the party regarding the scope and oversight of government surveillance powers. Joshua Skule, former FBI chief of intelligence, is discussing these developments.
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The Senate agreed to a temporary extension of FISA until April 30.
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