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House Divided Over FISA Renewal Amid Privacy Concerns

3/25/2026

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The House faces a privacy vs. national security clash as Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) nears its April 20 expiration.
House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts pressure from privacy advocates and GOP members.
Some lawmakers say FISA prevents terrorist attacks.
Rep. Keith Self cites concerns about warrantless surveillance of U.S. citizens.
The planned vote on a clean extension has been delayed amid Republican dissent.

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Story summary

The House faces a privacy vs. national security clash as Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) nears its April 20 expiration.
House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts pressure from privacy advocates and GOP members.
Some lawmakers say FISA prevents terrorist attacks.
Rep. Keith Self cites concerns about warrantless surveillance of U.S. citizens.
The planned vote on a clean extension has been delayed amid Republican dissent.