House Freedom Caucus connects CBDC prohibition to FISA reauthorization before the deadline
House Republicans Intensify Debate Over Warrantless Surveillance Program As Congress takes up discussions on a contentious warrantless surveillance program this week, conservative House Republicans are ramping up their efforts regarding government oversight. Members of the House Freedom Caucus are committed to including a permanent ban on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in the legislation intended […]
Trump approves a 45-day extension of FISA after the Senate turns down the House proposal.
White House Extends FISA for 45 Days After Senate Rejection On Thursday night, the White House confirmed it has signed a 45-day extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). This decision follows the Senate’s rejection of a three-year extension that had been passed by the House. Senate Majority Leader John Thune […]
Congress Delays FISA Reauthorization for Another Six Weeks
Congress Temporarily Extends Spying Tool Amid Division On Thursday, Congress granted a temporary extension to a surveillance tool that allows the U.S. government to monitor the communications of its citizens, ensuring it doesn’t lapse at midnight. The decision to postpone a long-term reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) is now […]
House passes measure to extend contentious FISA warrantless surveillance authority, but Senate probably won’t agree.
House Votes to Extend Controversial Surveillance Powers WASHINGTON — Following weeks of intense division, the House of Representatives has voted to prolong the disputed surveillance authorities under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) for the remainder of President Trump’s time in office. However, the Senate may not pass the measure. Majority Leader […]
House moves forward with the extension of FISA Section 702 for a final vote
House Speaker Moves Forward with Controversial Surveillance Program House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) is closer to ensuring the controversial surveillance program continues, with Republican privacy advocates coming together to support procedural steps following weeks of internal conflict. On Wednesday evening, the House voted to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) for […]
House approves renewal of FISA Section 702 as Senate approaches midnight deadline
Congress Passes Short-Term Extension of FISA 702 Congressional Republicans are moving quickly to extend a controversial surveillance program before it lapses at midnight Friday. The House of Representatives cast a bipartisan vote to prolong Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) through the remainder of Donald Trump’s presidency. This vote highlighted divisions within […]
Internal conflicts among House Republicans delay important votes on the FISA and farm bills.
Infighting among House Republicans is jeopardizing President Trump’s agenda as significant disagreements over three key bills are causing delays. House leaders postponed a vote after negotiations failed to rally conservative support for a substantial bill aimed at extending controversial surveillance programs and reforming agricultural and nutritional policies, known as the Farm Bill. On Tuesday, the […]
House renewal of FISA Section 702 faces delay amid ongoing GOP conflicts
Congress Passes Short-term Extension of FISA 702 House Republican leaders face challenges as they attempt to gain support from Republican privacy advocates while aiming to extend government surveillance programs before a Thursday deadline. On Tuesday, the House Rules Committee decided to delay a vote as divisions among Republicans became apparent regarding the renewal of Section […]
This Change Might Disrupt the FISA Debate on Capitol Hill
Rep. Chip Roy Pushes to Repeal Vehicle Kill Switch Requirement Rep. Chip Roy, a Republican from Texas, is working towards repealing the mandate for vehicle kill switches as part of an effort to amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). This initiative aims to roll back a policy established during the Biden administration. The proposed […]
GOP FISA Agreement Encounters Initial Challenge In The House
The Republican-backed agreement on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) is currently facing challenges as it enters the House Rules Committee. As the committee begins discussing FISA, some staunch Republican members are proposing amendments aimed at reforming the Espionage Powers Act further. Among these amendments, Representatives Michael Cloud from Texas, Andy Biggs from Arizona, and […]