House Approves Measure To Extend Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act

House Approves Measure To Extend Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act

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The transcript discusses the USA Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2020, which aims to extend provisions of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). The bill, passed with bipartisan support, introduces new restrictions to address privacy concerns. FISA has faced scrutiny due to errors in FBI's monitoring requests. The bill now awaits Senate consideration, and President Trump's decision on signing it remains uncertain.

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What is the main purpose of the USA Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2020?

To extend provisions of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act

To introduce new tax reforms

To abolish the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act

To increase military spending

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What does FISA primarily establish guidelines for?

Regulating international trade

Investigating foreign powers accused of espionage or terrorism

Monitoring environmental changes

Investigating domestic crimes

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What new aspect does the measure add to the FISA court system?

Increased funding

New restrictions to address privacy concerns

More judges

Faster processing times

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What issue brought major scrutiny to the FISA program?

Errors and omissions in the FBI's requests

Lack of public support

Budget cuts

International pressure

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What is the next step for the measure after passing the House?

It will be implemented immediately

It will be reviewed by the Supreme Court

It will head to the Senate for consideration

It will be sent back to the House for revisions