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St. Vincent Tribune – St. Vincent & Caribbean News, Culture & Economyoriginal publisher not identifiedApr 17, 2026US Congress temporarily extends controversial surveillance power under FISA
Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated that the Senate is still exploring legislative paths for more permanent FISA reforms.
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Congress passed a short-term extension of FISA Section 702 until April 30 after a longer 18-month extension backed by President Trump failed to gain enough Republican support.
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