President Donald Trump requested Congress to approve a short-term extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). This request aims to allow time for the nomination and confirmation of a permanent director of national intelligence. The extension comes amid concerns from Democrats regarding the renewal of the act if Bill Pulte continues as the acting director of the agency.
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Trump Requests Short-Term Extension of FISA Section 702
President Trump has asked Congress for a short-term extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act to facilitate the appointment of a permanent director of national intelligence. This request is influenced by Democratic opposition to renewing the act while Bill Pulte serves as acting director.
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Trump backs short-term spy powers extension amid fight with Senate GOP over Pulte
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Trump Requests Short-Term Extension of FISA Section 702
