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Surveillance Law
FISA Section 702 Set to Expire at Midnight After House Rejects Extension
5 sources · 142d ago
Free Speech
Senators Cruz and Wyden Introduce Bipartisan 'JAWBONE Act' to Combat Government Censorship by Proxy
6 sources · 142d ago
Public Lands
Trump Administration Moves to Eliminate Forest Service Research Budget Ahead of Fire Season
4 sources · 142d ago
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