Senate extends surveillance powers until April 30.

Senate extends surveillance powers until April 30. The chamber approved a short-term renewal of a controversial spy program following chaotic House votes, racing to meet a Monday deadline. President Trump will sign the measure. Republican leaders initially pushed for an 18-month extension without changes, but the proposal collapsed due to bipartisan opposition. Senate Majority Leader John Thune acknowledged political challenges ahead as lawmakers prepare for another showdown when the temporary extension expires at month's end. Senator Ron Wyden, a longtime surveillance critic, noted unprecedented bipartisan support for real revisions to the surveillance tool. The stopgap reflects growing tension between national security interests and privacy rights protection in Congress.