House Republican leaders are moving forward with a late-night agreement to extend the country’s foreign intelligence powers for five years. The deal includes provisions for warrant requirements and increased criminal penalties for violations, according to sources familiar with the matter.
The text of the agreement was uploaded around 10:30 p.m., about seven hours after a scheduled procedural vote. The move comes amid ongoing negotiations between GOP leaders and party rebels over the legislation.
The extension seeks to balance national security interests with increased oversight measures. The measure is expected to face a vote later tonight, with lawmakers closely watching the negotiations’ final outcome.
Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com
