Trump signs short-term FISA extension after Senate blocks longer renewal

President Donald Trump signed a 45day extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act after the Senate rejected a Housepassed threeyear renewal, according to the White House. The temporary measure came after Senate Majority Leader John Thune said a House provision tying the bill to a permanent ban on Federal Reserve central bank digital currencies would likely fail in the Senate. The longer extension ultimately did not advance, with Democrats opposing it. Section 702 lets the government collect information from phone and internet providers about foreign targets, including some communications involving Americans. Supporters say the law is important for counterterrorism and other investigations, while critics argue it raises privacy and Fourth Amendment concerns. Congress will need to restart the renewal process once the 45day extension expires.