Jim Jordan reverses long-held position on spy powers, says he will back Trump extension of FISA 702 - The Hill
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Republican chairman Jim Jordan reversed decade-long opposition to FISA 702 surveillance, backing Trump's extension of warrantless foreign intelligence gathering.
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The government may collect your phone calls, emails, and texts if they mention foreign contacts, without a warrant, if FISA 702 is extended—though legal safeguards theoretically limit domestic use.
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Rep. Jim Jordan has reversed his long-standing opposition to government surveillance powers and announced he will support President Trump's effort to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Jordan, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, has previously been a vocal critic of FISA 702, which allows the government to conduct surveillance on foreign targets without a warrant, though it has faced criticism for its potential to sweep up Americans' communications. The reversal is significant because Jordan is a key Republican voice on surveillance issues, and his support could substantially boost Trump's push to reauthorize the expiring provision. FISA 702 is set to expire and requires congressional action to continue, making Jordan's backing crucial for passage. The shift illustrates the tension within Republican ranks between surveillance skeptics and those prioritizing national security tools that the Trump administration deems essential.
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President Trump is pushing for reauthorization of FISA 702 before it expires; Jordan's support as House Judiciary Committee chairman substantially increases passage likelihood.
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