FISA surveillance law

Donald Trump is advancing his plan to appoint Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, despite bipartisan congressional opposition. Lawmakers warn the move could derail the reauthorization of a surveillance law set to expire this week, citing concerns over Pulte’s lack of national security experience and potential misuse of surveillance powers.

Donald Trump is pushing to appoint Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, despite bipartisan congressional concerns over Pulte's lack of security experience and the potential impact on reauthorizing a surveillance law set to expire soon.

A deal to renew FISA surveillance law is faltering in the Senate due to concerns over Pulte. Trump appointed Pulte, a businessman and political ally, as federal housing director, where he conducted a retribution campaign against the president's perceived enemies.