Senate blocks FISA extension amid backlash over Trump intel pick
TL;DR
The Senate blocked a procedural vote to extend a key Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act program used by U.S. intelligence agencies as concerns over President Trump's choice of Bill Pulte to lead the National Intelligence Office sparked bipartisan opposition; with the extension expiring June 12, lawmakers plan to try again next week amid ongoing debates over warrants and privacy protections.
- Senate blocks extending key surveillance program following backlash over Trump pick to lead intel PBS
- Deal to Renew FISA Surveillance Law Falters in the Senate Over Pulte The New York Times
- Senate Democrats block surveillance authority over Pulte appointment Reuters
- 7 Republicans vote no on FISA extension The Hill
- 7 Senate Republicans join Democrats in resisting surveillance law The Washington Post
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