A coalition of civil liberties organizations has urged Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard to declassify aspects of Section 702 of the FISA, citing concerns over abuse of surveillance powers. The statute allows the FBI and NSA to access communications involving foreigners without warrants, with controversial implications for U.S. citizens. Recent changes to the law, believed to expand the definition of 'Electronic Communications Service Provider', are seen as broadening surveillance authority. Advocates argue this could compel tech companies to cooperate in surveillance, undermining privacy rights without sufficient transparency and oversight.
The letter emphasizes pressing issues of oversight and accountability within Section 702 that can pose risks to citizens' privacy rights, encouraging transparency in surveillance practices.
Privacy advocates argue that the changes to the definition of 'Electronic Communications Service Provider' significantly broaden governmental authority over surveillance, potentially compelling private companies to assist.
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