The expiration of the federal government’s sweeping surveillance powers is less than three months away. But the Trump administration has been notably quiet on how it wants lawmakers to handle reauthorization of the controversial spy authority.
The lack of clear marching orders from the White House on Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act makes things difficult for Republicans. But the looming renewal cycle also presents a challenge for Democrats, who are likely less willing to support an extension with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office.
