Congress passes short-term FISA extension for warrantless spying powers
Summary
The Senate unanimously passed a 45-day extension of FISA Section 702 surveillance powers, while also agreeing to a resolution banning its members and staff from trading on prediction markets due to insider trading concerns.
How coverage differs
- Left: Lawmakers extend controversial spying powers amidst bitter reform deadlock Left-leaning outlets emphasize the controversial nature of the FISA Section 702 surveillance program, highlighting its 'warrantless spying powers' and the Senate's unanimous vote for a 45-day extension. They also note the concurrent agreement to ban members from trading on prediction markets due to insider trading concerns.
- Center: Congress extends controversial surveillance program just before expiration deadline Center outlets report the Senate's unanimous passage of a 45-day extension for FISA Section 702 surveillance powers just before its deadline. They also note the agreement to prohibit members and staff from trading on prediction markets.