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Momentum Builds to Rein In Domestic Spying Law — Whether or Not Bill Pulte Survives as Intel Chief
Centrist Democrats and reform advocates like Sen. Ron Wyden oppose the renewal of Section 702 of FISA amid concerns over domestic surveillance and President Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte to lead spy agencies. Trump accelerated Pulte’s appointment despite bipartisan criticism, highlighting a deepening divide over surveillance reforms and safeguards.
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