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U.S. House Extends Surveillance Act Amid Civil Liberties Concerns

4/18/2026

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During a late-night vote, the U.S. House extended Section 702 of Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act for 10 days, allowing spying on Americans without a warrant.
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) criticized the extension, saying it would empower President Donald Trump to surveil citizens.
Four Democrats joined Republicans in the vote, raising concerns about sabotaging reform.
Activists say changes are needed to protect civil liberties as lawmakers face pressure before extension expires.

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During a late-night vote, the U.S. House extended Section 702 of Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act for 10 days, allowing spying on Americans without a warrant.
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) criticized the extension, saying it would empower President Donald Trump to surveil citizens.
Four Democrats joined Republicans in the vote, raising concerns about sabotaging reform.
Activists say changes are needed to protect civil liberties as lawmakers face pressure before extension expires.