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House Rejects FISA 702 Extension, 198-218 Vote.

6/11/2026

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. House rejected an extension of FISA 702 with a 198-218 vote, ending program.
Speaker Mike Johnson said the House act because Senate is unlikely to pass a measure.
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that FISA 702 is vital for military safety, urging extension.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called Bill Pulte’s acting director of national intelligence appointment a problem and said Democrats will not support renewal.

History

Historical Context

The 1978 Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, born from the Senate’s Church Committee, established the secret FISA Court to approve warrants against foreign spies. Since its inception the court has granted nearly 34,000 warrants with a 0.03 % denial rate. In 2024 the House rejected a renewal of Section 702, echoing the act’s original bipartisan oversight intent.

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Story summary

U.S. House rejected an extension of FISA 702 with a 198-218 vote, ending program.
Speaker Mike Johnson said the House act because Senate is unlikely to pass a measure.
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that FISA 702 is vital for military safety, urging extension.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called Bill Pulte’s acting director of national intelligence appointment a problem and said Democrats will not support renewal.

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