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News in English (USA) / 21.03.2026 / 00:00

Controversial FISA Vote Postponed Amid Political Tensions in Congress

House GOP leaders have postponed a crucial vote on the reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until mid-April due to ongoing political disagreements. Progressive Democrats have declared their opposition to the renewal of warrantless surveillance powers, a move that is complicating the efforts of Republican leadership. Speaker Mike Johnson faces pressure from both sides, balancing the demands of intelligence chiefs who advocate for the extension without changes and hard-line Republicans who insist on stricter oversight. Recent developments include a backlash against potential warrantless surveillance expansion, with key figures like Rep. LaHood stating that securing enough support for reauthorization will require significant political maneuvering. As discussions continue, there is a growing call from civil rights advocates to end warrantless mass surveillance altogether.
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