"The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court renewed its certifications of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, allowing it to operate for another year despite impending expiration."
"The statute permits spy agencies to compel internet and telecom providers to supply contents of communications of foreigners abroad, potentially collecting data from Americans in contact with foreign targets."
"The House is at an impasse regarding a warrant requirement for searches of U.S. person data collected under the program, a measure sought by privacy advocates."
"The recertification process involves the court reviewing and approving the procedures governing how agencies collect, handle, and search data, highlighting compliance gaps."
The Justice Department is appealing a ruling from the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court concerning the use of surveillance tools under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. This law allows agencies to collect data from internet and telecom providers without a warrant, potentially including communications of Americans. The House is debating a warrant requirement for searches of U.S. person data, while the administration seeks an 18-month extension of the law without changes. The court's recertification process reviews agency procedures for data collection and handling.
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