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Republican Lawmakers Block FISA Renewal, Defying Trump

4/17/2026

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On April 17, 2026, 20 Republican lawmakers blocked a bill extending the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, defying U.S. President Donald Trump.
A bipartisan coalition halted 18-month FISA renewal, underscoring dissent within GOP over Trump's influence.
This action delayed FISA's expiration to April 30, 2026.
Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) expressed frustration on the House floor.
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), who supported the bipartisan effort, pledged to oppose future FISA extensions.

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Story summary

On April 17, 2026, 20 Republican lawmakers blocked a bill extending the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, defying U.S. President Donald Trump.
A bipartisan coalition halted 18-month FISA renewal, underscoring dissent within GOP over Trump's influence.
This action delayed FISA's expiration to April 30, 2026.
Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) expressed frustration on the House floor.
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), who supported the bipartisan effort, pledged to oppose future FISA extensions.