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House GOP Delays Section 702 Vote Amid Bipartisan Pushback

3/21/2026

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House Republican leaders postpone vote on renewing Section 702 until April amid bipartisan resistance.
They sought an 18-month extension that would surveil foreign nationals but raise privacy concerns for Americans.
Some Republicans push reforms, including a warrant for Americans.
Democrats remain divided as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) remains undecided about renewal.

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House Republican leaders postpone vote on renewing Section 702 until April amid bipartisan resistance.
They sought an 18-month extension that would surveil foreign nationals but raise privacy concerns for Americans.
Some Republicans push reforms, including a warrant for Americans.
Democrats remain divided as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) remains undecided about renewal.