Congress still can’t decide what to do about warrantless surveillance

Congress faces a deadline to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, but negotiations are stalled. The appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence has further complicated the legislative process.
Why it matters
The debate over Section 702 balances national security surveillance powers against civil liberties and privacy concerns.
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The framing emphasizes the controversy surrounding the appointment and the failure of legislative reform efforts.
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