US Congress passes short-term renewal of Fisa warrantless spying powers
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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The US Congress has approved a 45-day renewal of section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, allowing US intelligence agencies to continue warrantless spying, amid bitter infighting and calls for reform from lawmakers like Republican House speaker Mike Johnson.
Republican and Democratic critics, including progressive Democrats, are urging reform of the surveillance program, citing concerns over privacy and civil liberties, with key reforms being pushed by hardliners in both parties.
The 45-day extension marks the latest temporary fix, as lawmakers have repeatedly failed to agree on a long-term renewal, with conservative leaders' plans tanking due to disagreements over the scope and limitations of the surveillance law, as reported by The Guardian US.
