House GOP rebellion derails FISA renewal
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House Republicans derailed a long-term FISA renewal, leading to a two-week extension until April 30.
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A bloc of 20 Republicans in the House derailed a longer-term renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, prompting an overnight vote to extend the program for two weeks. The House agreed by unanimous consent to extend FISA until April 30, after Republicans blocked attempts to pass five-year and 18-month renewals. This revolt is a significant setback for House Speaker Mike Johnson and the White House, who both pushed for a clean long-term extension. Johnson had tried to pass a five-year extension with reforms, including warrant requirements, but a broad coalition of Republicans voted down the rule. The measure now heads to the Senate, with GOP leaders hoping to hammer out a deal before the program expires.
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The House agreed to extend FISA until April 30; the measure now heads to the Senate for a potential deal.
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