Senate Democrats blocked a motion early Friday morning to begin debate on extending the nation's enhanced surveillance authorities, which are set to expire in one week. This action was taken in response to President Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. All Senate Democrats, except for Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, voted against the motion.
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Senate Democrats Block Motion to Extend Surveillance Authorities
Senate Democrats voted against a motion to extend enhanced surveillance authorities, which are due to expire soon. This decision was made in protest of President Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, with only Senator John Fetterman voting in favor.
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Senate Democrats block extension of spy powers to protest Trump’s choice of Pulte for DNI
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