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St. Kitts Gazette – Daily News from St. Kitts & the Caribbeanpossible republication of Al JazeeraApr 17, 2026US Congress temporarily extends controversial surveillance power under FISA
Senate Majority Leader John Thune oversaw the passage of the temporary extension while indicating openness to future surveillance reforms.
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Congress passed a short-term extension of FISA Section 702 until April 30, following the collapse of a more permanent renewal effort supported by Donald Trump.
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