Trump accuses China of seizing 220 million U.S. voter records
The allegation conflicts with a 2021 U.S. intelligence assessment that found no foreign actor altered technical aspects of the election.
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The allegation conflicts with a 2021 U.S. intelligence assessment that found no foreign actor altered technical aspects of the election.
What's next: Existing court approvals may keep some spying active, but telecom and tech firms could balk without legal immunity.
Why it matters: Without a deal, US agencies lose warrantless authority to monitor foreigners’ emails, texts and phone data.
Why it matters: Democrats see Susan Collins' seat as pivotal to Senate control, and the claims add pressure on a top pickup target.
What’s next: Congress faces a deadline next week, and Republican leaders need Democratic votes to keep Section 702 powers from lapsing.