House votes against extending controversial wiretapping law set to lapse Friday
The Washington Post • • general
Key Points:
- The House of Representatives voted against extending Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, putting the surveillance program at risk of expiration.
- The vote came amid Democratic opposition to President Donald Trump's temporary appointment of Bill Pulte, a mortgage agency director and MAGA supporter, to lead the U.S. intelligence community.
- Lawmakers' rejection reflects concerns over both the surveillance law and the controversial leadership choice within the intelligence community.