2026 World Cup: Security fears for the tournament as key US intelligence tool expires

Author: senenews.comPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: United States

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2026 World Cup: Security fears for the tournament as key US intelligence tool expires

Section 702 of the FISA Act, a key warrantless electronic surveillance tool used by US intelligence agencies, expires Friday at midnight. Congress failed to renew it, with Democrats and some Republicans demanding safeguards and the withdrawal of Bill Pulte's nomination. Donald Trump appointed prosecutor Jay Clayton as permanent Director of National Intelligence. The expiration raises security concerns as the US co-hosts the 2026 World Cup with Canada and Mexico, drawing fans from 48 nations.

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