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House, Senate Approve Short-Term Section 702 Extension
The House and Senate approved a short-term extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act early Friday, delaying its expiration from April 20 to April 30 after lawmakers rejected a late-night push for a longer-term renewal package.
Trump Says Strait Of Hormuz Open For Transit, Confirms Iran-Specific Naval Blockade Remains
President Trump said Iran has announced that the Strait of Hormuz is now fully open for passage, while a U.S. naval blockade targeting Iran remains in effect.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons To Step Down May 31
Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director Todd Lyons will leave his post on May 31, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced Thursday.
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