Section 702
Tulsi Gabbard Stands Her Ground on Edward Snowden, Criticizes Surveillance Abuse in Clashes With Senators in Heated DNI Confirmation Hearing
Gabbard’s steadfast stance reflects her long-held commitment to civil liberties and government transparency.
Federal Court Rules Warrant Is Required for Section 702 Backdoor Searches of Americans’ Communications
A landmark judgment challenges the government’s sweeping surveillance powers, redefining the limits of Fourth Amendment protections.
MembersThe FBI Wants More Mass Surveillance but Can’t Keep Your Data Safe
With a questionable record on data security, the FBI seeks even more surveillance power.
Fentanyl Fear Factor: White House Leverages Drug Scare to Push for Controversial Surveillance Powers
In the face of escalating opioid threats, the Biden administration tries to justify Section 702, pressing for urgent reauthorization.
Controversy Swirls as Speaker Johnson Sidesteps Key Privacy Reform in Surveillance Law Overhaul
Speaker Johnson’s maneuver could derail crucial surveillance reforms in Congress.
Biden Goes to Court, Demanding Warrantless Surveillance Powers
An attempt to bypass Congress.
Did the Leak of Alleged Russia National Security Threat Kill the Bill to Reform Warrantless Surveillance?
At the last minute, a new excuse not to end warrantless surveillance is found.
House Intelligence Committee Leaders Reportedly Want at Least Part of the Floor Debate on Warrantless Surveillance Bill Reauthorization to Happen in Secret
A lack of transparency from a major privacy threat.
Congress Extends Mass Surveillance Program
FISA has been renewed until Spring 2024.
Speaker Mike Johnson Is Reportedly Considering Slipping Controversial Warrantless Surveillance Reauthorization (FISA Section 702) Into Defense Bill
Despite repeated promises to never do it again, Section 702 has consistently been used to surveil US citizens without a warrant.
House Intelligence Panel Considers a Deadline Extension for Decision on Controversial Surveillance Laws
Section 702 allows intelligent agencies to surveil foreigners without a warrant but has been used against US citizens countless times.
Watch: FBI and DHS Heads Are Slammed for Pressuring Big Tech to Censor Americans
As expected, they downplayed or denied their agencies’ actions.