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Expiration of US Surveillance Law Sparks National Security Concerns Amid World Cup
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Expiration of US Surveillance Law Sparks National Security Concerns Amid World Cup

A key US surveillance law, Section 702 of FISA, has expired due to congressional deadlock, raising national security concerns as the US hosts the 2026 World Cup. The law allowed intelligence agencies to collect foreign targets' communications abroad, even if they contacted individuals in the US. While some surveillance may continue under existing warrants, legal experts warn of potential disruptions if tech companies withdraw cooperation. The expiration occurs amidst political infighting and concerns over President Trump's handling of intelligence leadership.

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Congress Fails to Extend Key Surveillance Law, Section 702 of FISA Expires
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Congress Fails to Extend Key Surveillance Law, Section 702 of FISA Expires

Congress failed to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which expired Thursday night. The House rejected a short-term extension, with nearly 20 Republicans joining Democrats. Senator Ron Wyden also blocked extensions in the Senate. Concerns over President Trump's potential appointment of Bill Pulte as director of national intelligence, and his past insinuations against Fed board member Lisa Cook, have fueled opposition.

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