June 21, 2026

Democrats Push for FISA Renewal Amid Concerns Over Acting DNI Bill Pulte

Democrats, including Senators Mark Warner and Chris Coons, support renewing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) amid concerns over Bill Pulte's appointment as acting DNI.
FISA's key spying authority expired in June, but existing surveillance can continue until March 2027 due to a court recertification.
Criticism of Pulte's lack of experience is bipartisan, complicating the renewal of surveillance powers as Democrats tie support to his removal.