Senate blocks extending key surveillance program following backlash over Trump pick to lead intel
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Source: AP News
Published: 2026-06-05 19:51 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Property, Property & Housing, US Politics, Business & Economy
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate blocked an extension early Friday of a key surveillance program used by U.S. intelligence agencies as concerns mounted over President Donald Trump’s selection of federal housing finance regulator Bill Pulte to serve as director of national intelligence.
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