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House Republicans oppose 3-year FISA Section 702 extension

Speaker Mike Johnson unveiled the text of a three-year reauthorization for FISA Section 702 after two failed attempts last week, encountering pushback from multiple House Republicans.

Published Apr 23, 2026, 5:18 PM EDT | WFMZZ

After two failed attempts last week to reauthorize the government's controversial surveillance authority, House Speaker Mike Johnson released the text of a three-year extension for FISA Section 702. The proposal has drawn opposition from multiple House Republicans who defied earlier reauthorization efforts.