Congress Ditches FISA Reforms for a Limp Clean Extension
Everyone thought the two-year FISA clock would force real reforms. Instead, leaders like Mike Johnson are pushing a no-strings extension, ignoring a history of surveillance overreach.
⚡ Key Takeaways
- Congress expected to pass clean FISA extension despite promised reforms, ignoring warrant requirements.
- History of Section 702 abuses includes spying on lawmakers, protesters, and journalists.
- Reform bills like SAFE offer fixes, but political expediency trumps privacy.
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Originally reported by EFF Deeplinks
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