Powerful surveillance program faces obstacles as renewal deadline looms

Published: 2026-04-11T13:00:00Z
Category: us
Source: The Washington Post
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The controversial Section 702 surveillance program, which allows national security agencies to collect communications of foreigners overseas without a warrant, is nearing its expiration. Its reauthorization faces bipartisan opposition in Congress despite White House support, with concerns raised about its use on Americans. President Donald Trump advocates for an 18-month 'clean' extension of the law.

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