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Washington ExaminerApr 17, 2026National News

House passes short term extension of FISA spy authority after GOP rebels block five-year deal

Representative Chip Roy criticized the leadership's five-year FISA framework as 'sorely lacking' in necessary privacy reforms.

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House passes short term extension of FISA spy authority after GOP rebels block five-year deal
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The House passed a 10-day extension of FISA Section 702 after GOP hardliners blocked a five-year reauthorization deal. This short-term measure prevents the spy tool's expiration while House Speaker Mike Johnson continues negotiations over warrant requirements and privacy reforms.

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