Johnson shifts from FISA critic to champion as Speaker

The debate over the nation’s warrantless surveillance powers has placed Speaker Mike Johnson, a former critic of the foreign spy program, in a new role advocating for its renewal.

Johnson’s shift has caused tension within the GOP, particularly with former President Trump and members of the House Judiciary Committee who support adding a warrant requirement to Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).

Johnson attributes his change in stance to gaining a deeper understanding of the program’s importance for national security as Speaker.

He emphasizes the need for classified briefings to inform lawmakers’ perspectives.

The disagreement revolves around whether a warrant should be required before reviewing information involving American citizens in foreign surveillance operations, The Hill has reported.

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