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Trinidad Tribune – Latest Trinidad & Tobago News, Caribbean Updates & World Headlinesoriginal publisher not identifiedApr 17, 2026US Congress temporarily extends controversial surveillance power under FISA
Senate Majority Leader Thune oversaw the passage of the temporary extension while indicating openness to future legislative reforms.
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Congress passed a short-term extension of FISA Section 702 until April 30 after a push for an 18-month extension by President Trump stalled due to privacy concerns and internal GOP opposition.
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