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Senate Republicans proposed funding all of DHS except ICE to break the funding impasse; Democrats would accept the offer, but Trump rejected it, urging action on the SAVE America Act and threatening to stay in D.C. as the fight continues. ICE deployed at airports is causing delays, FISA 702 renewal is delayed until after the recess, and Capitol leaders remain at odds over the ongoing DHS dispute.
Speaker Mike Johnson plans an 18‑month, clean extension of Section 702 surveillance next week, but hard‑liners like Boebert and Luna demand warrants/add‑ons; Democrats are split and several Republicans oppose a straight renewal, setting up a high‑stakes vote and possible back‑up plan to avert an April 20 lapse as Trump pushes for renewal with briefings from CIA and FBI directors.
A live Capitol Hill briefing centers on Tulsi Gabbard’s tenure as director of national intelligence, with Joe Kent’s resignation fueling questions about her influence and a forthcoming Senate Intelligence hearing that may revisit her Iran policy stance. The package also notes related briefings on FISA’s 702 reauthorization, Mullin’s nomination to lead Homeland Security, and the Epstein probe, while a separate update reports Elizabeth Warren’s endorsement of Mallory McMorrow in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, signaling continued intra-party alignment among progressives.
Bipartisan Sens. Durbin and Lee introduced legislation to curb Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, demanding warrants to access content involving Americans, added oversight when searching 702 data, and stronger outside review in FISA cases. The move comes as the Trump administration seeks a clean, extended 18-month reauthorization before the April 20 deadline, with House opposition and no clear consensus on guardrails yet.
A mysterious provision added to a bill extending the Section 702 surveillance program has sparked concerns among privacy advocates, with the Senate set to vote on the bill soon. The provision, sponsored by Representatives Michael R. Turner and Jim Himes, is related to a dispute over whether a data center for cloud computing must cooperate with warrantless surveillance. While national security officials describe it as a narrow fix, privacy advocates fear it could be broadly used to draft ordinary service people as spies, and the provision's enigmatic terms have raised alarm.
Fox News host Maria Bartiromo confronted House Speaker Mike Johnson on his change of stance regarding a proposed amendment to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which was ultimately re-authorized without the amendment. Johnson defended his decision, citing the necessity of FISA for national security and emphasizing President Trump's support. He also addressed criticism from Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and emphasized Trump's backing during a joint appearance at Mar-a-Lago.
Hard-line conservatives are threatening retaliation against fellow Republicans who voted against a proposed warrant requirement for domestic communications in foreign surveillance operations, accusing them of empowering the "deep state" and undermining constitutional liberties. Although the broader FISA package passed through the House easily, hard-liners immediately blocked its transmission to the Senate, aiming to draw attention to the vote and pressure Republicans who opposed the measure. Speaker Mike Johnson's support for FISA has sparked criticism from conservative colleagues, with some threatening to campaign against those who voted against the warrant mandate.
The House of Representatives voted to renew the FISA Section 702 surveillance program after a Republican revolt earlier in the week. The bipartisan vote followed a deal with conservative rebels to shorten the reauthorization period to two years and include amendments requiring warrants for certain surveillance activities. The bill is expected to go to the Senate next week, and discussions on FISA are anticipated during a meeting between Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump.
The House passed the renewal of the Foreign Surveillance Intelligence Act, reauthorizing Section 702 to monitor foreign citizens abroad believed to be a threat to national security, despite former President Donald Trump's plea to block the bill. The vote came after Trump incorrectly suggested the act was used to spy on his campaign, and some conservatives and progressives opposed the bill, arguing for the requirement of warrants for queries that may involve U.S. citizens. The legislation was revised to a two-year renewal to address conservative concerns and includes new measures aimed at preventing FISA abuse.
The House approved a two-year extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) in a bipartisan vote, declining to attach an amendment requiring a warrant for some searches. The bill reauthorizes warrantless surveillance powers and includes reforms to FISA Section 702, but the failure to include the warrant requirement amendment has sparked debate. Speaker Mike Johnson faced challenges in facilitating compromise on the controversial topic, and the bill's passage marks a win for him. The road ahead remains rocky for Johnson as he navigates a contentious debate over sending aid to Ukraine and faces a threat by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to force a vote on ousting him.
The House has passed a bill to renew a portion of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) known as Section 702 for two years, following a conservative revolt that initially prevented the legislation from reaching the floor. The reauthorization, which allows the U.S. government to collect foreign intelligence without a warrant, faced opposition from some Republicans who sought more significant reforms. The bill's passage comes after months of GOP divisions over the FISA surveillance program, with concerns raised about civil liberties violations and the FBI's use of the intelligence repository.
The House passed a modified surveillance bill, reauthorizing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, after an earlier version failed. The bill now goes to the Senate, with a two-year reauthorization instead of five years. House Speaker Mike Johnson, facing challenges to his leadership, organized a classified reading room for members to view information ahead of the vote. The final vote was 273-147, with bipartisan support. The White House reiterated its support for the reauthorization, emphasizing its importance for national security.
The House passed a rule to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which allows the U.S. government to collect electronic communications of non-Americans without a warrant. After a previous setback, hard-line Republicans regrouped and advanced a new version of the bill for a two-year reauthorization. The White House strongly supports the reauthorization but opposes an amendment that would require a warrant to access data from Americans communicating with foreign targets. The amendment, backed by both progressive and far-right Republicans, will be one of six considered before final passage.
The House advanced a revised bill to reauthorize the U.S.'s warrantless surveillance authority, setting up a final vote on reauthorizing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) for two years with added reforms. The bill includes amendments, including one for a warrant requirement before the government can review information collected on Americans. The advancement follows a previous version being blocked by conservative Republicans, prompting negotiations and changes to the legislation to address concerns and secure support.