FISA Surveillance Authority Extended

The controversial spy authority allows U.S. intelligence services to collect communications of non-citizens outside the country without a warrant.

President Trump suffered a rare legislative defeat as he was unable to deliver enough House Republican votes for a five-year extension.

Bipartisan talks are now underway to resolve concerns about civil liberties and government overreach.

The temporary extension aims to prevent a lapse in national security capabilities while a broader agreement is negotiated.