Controversial FISA spying law expires tonight. The spying will continue.
Summary
Ars Technica reports that Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Section 702 is set to expire at midnight, but surveillance powers will persist under existing certifications through March 2027. The article explains how surveillance can continue via yearlong certifications approved by the FISA Court, outlines competing views on reform, and notes that agencies may rely on other authorities such as Executive Order 12333 if needed. It highlights privacy concerns for Americans and cites perspectives from the Brennan Center, the Cato Institute, EPIC, and lawmakers.