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Progressive Caucus Votes Against FISA Renewal, Citing Civil Liberties

3/21/2026

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Congressional Progressive Caucus voted to oppose Section 702 reauthorization in the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, binding its 98 members to vote against renewal.
The move complicates House Republicans' efforts to secure an 18-month extension.
CPC concerns center on abuses under the Trump administration, with Rep. Jamie Raskin urging colleagues to reject renewal.
The CPC seeks broader civil liberties protections, citing FBI data purchases that could track individuals visiting abortion clinics.

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Congressional Progressive Caucus voted to oppose Section 702 reauthorization in the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, binding its 98 members to vote against renewal.
The move complicates House Republicans' efforts to secure an 18-month extension.
CPC concerns center on abuses under the Trump administration, with Rep. Jamie Raskin urging colleagues to reject renewal.
The CPC seeks broader civil liberties protections, citing FBI data purchases that could track individuals visiting abortion clinics.