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Senate passes short-term extension of surveillance law – as it happened

This live blog is now closed. US Congress passes 10-day extension of surveillance law amid Republican infighting What is Fisa, and why does it allow no-warrant survellance? Sign up for the Breaking News US email In…

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The GuardianApr 18, 2026, 1:59 AM

Senate passes short-term extension of surveillance law – as it happened

This live blog is now closed. US Congress passes 10-day extension of surveillance law amid Republican infighting What is Fisa, and why does it allow no-warrant survellance? Sign up for the Breaking News US email In more CDC news, Donald Trump has selected Erica Schwartz to lead the troubled health agency, bringing to an end a months-long search for a permanent director. Schwartz served as the deputy surgeon general during Trump’s first term . But before she can officially take over, the president’s pick will require confirmation by the Senate. IRAN HAS JUST ANNOUNCED THAT THE STRAIT OF IRAN IS FULLY OPEN AND READY FOR FULL PASSAGE. THANK YOU! Continue reading...

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