House Set to Vote on Controversial FISA Reauthorization

With a deadline looming, lawmakers are divided over warrant requirements and privacy protections in the surveillance law.

House Republicans face internal divisions over the reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which allows warrantless surveillance of foreigners but also collects data on Americans.
The bill, titled the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act, seeks to reauthorize Section 702 for five years with reforms, including a controversial proposal for an additional warrant requirement.
Critics argue that a warrant requirement could undermine the tool's effectiveness, while supporters believe it's necessary for protecting Americans' privacy.
The Biden administration opposes major changes to Section 702, arguing it's vital for national security, but is open to some reforms.
The House Rules Committee is set to consider the legislation, with a full House vote possible as early as Thursday.