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Biden Extends Surveillance in NDAA

December 26, 2023
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Biden Extends Surveillance in NDAA

President Joe Biden signed a short-term extension of surveillance efforts, specifically Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The NDAA, totaling $886 billion, received bipartisan support in Congress, allowing the digital snooping programs to continue until April 19. The extension comes amid deep divisions within the GOP regarding the reauthorization of surveillance authority, which permits the U.S. government to conduct foreign intelligence surveillance but can incidentally collect Americans’ communications.

The short-term extension was necessitated by the failure to reach a consensus on a long-term renewal strategy. The House and Senate faced challenges in finding common ground, leading to the decision to attach the surveillance provision to the NDAA. The extension preserves the status quo but leaves the broader question of Section 702’s long-term future unanswered. It reflects the ongoing debate over the balance between national security and civil liberties, particularly in light of concerns about FBI violations related to surveillance activities. While Biden expressed gratitude to lawmakers for the extension, the path forward remains uncertain. The Senate Intelligence Committee introduced a bipartisan reauthorization bill, but it has been referred to the Judiciary Committee, where Chair Dick Durbin has emphasized the need for significant reforms.

Durbin has signaled a preference for a floor debate over a committee markup, potentially allowing a broader discussion on surveillance practices and civil liberties. The House had proposed competing bills from the Judiciary and Intelligence committees, reflecting divergent views on FISA renewal, but the planned “Queen of the Hill” procedure to choose between them was abandoned due to GOP divisions. The surveillance debate underscores the challenges of finding consensus on issues that intersect with national security, privacy concerns, and the potential for abuse of surveillance powers. The short-term extension buys time for further deliberation, but the ultimate resolution of FISA’s future will likely involve navigating complex political dynamics and addressing the broader implications of surveillance practices in the digital age.

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  • Biden Signs Short-Term Extension for Surveillance Programs
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