ASAToday for June 17, 2026
FISA Section 702 Lapses as Congress and White House Clash Over Extension, Leadership, and Election Bill Linkage
Federal authority under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which permits the government to collect intelligence on non-U.S. persons located outside the United States without a warrant, lapsed last…
Read MoreThis Week in Congress
Congress was in session this week and the House considered a broad package of legislation focused on government efficiency, fraud prevention, national security, and labor policy. Among the most significant actions was…
Read MoreASA Advocates for Subcontractors During 2026 Legislative Fly-In
This week, the American Subcontractors Association (ASA) brought its 2026 Legislative Fly-In to Capitol Hill, representing more than 2,800 subcontractors nationwide. A total of 58 ASA members participated in meetings with 55…
Read MoreReconciliation 2.0 Advances After Anti-Weaponization Fund Controversy Eases
As mentioned in last week’s update, Senate consideration of the second reconciliation package stalled in late May amid growing Republican concerns over the Anti-Weaponization Fund established as part of the settlement agreement…
Read MoreFISA Section 702 Extension Faces Growing Political Obstacles
With the expiration of Section 702 surveillance authorities rapidly approaching on June 12, congressional leaders are confronting another high-stakes legislative challenge. Securing passage of a temporary extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance…
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