House Takes the Reins in FISA Fight as Senate Democrats Hold Firm Against Pulte
The House will vote Thursday morning on a short-term reauthorization of a key government spy program ahead of a Friday deadline, taking control of the surveillance authority’s future as talks in the Senate stall.
TL;DR
- The House will vote Thursday on a short-term reauthorization of a key government spy program.
- The vote is scheduled before a Friday deadline, as Senate talks have stalled.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson announced the House will take action due to a lack of confidence in the Senate.
- Former President Donald Trump called on Congress to pass a short-term extension of FISA 702.
- Trump stated the program is vital for national security, especially during upcoming events.
- The extension would provide time for the selection and confirmation of a permanent agency head.