Trump Derails Counterterrorism Tool Revival: FBI Foils D.C. Terror Plot Amidst FISA Chaos

The Senate’s progress stalled when President Trump halted the confirmation hearing for his Director of National Intelligence pick, Jay Clayton. This move removed momentum for renewing Section 702, a tool the President relies on daily.

Section 702 allows the U.S. to surveil foreigners abroad using American communication systems. However, critics raise concerns about its sweep potentially capturing Americans’ communications.