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In a surprising development, Tulsi Gabbard, former congresswoman and presidential candidate, has reportedly shifted her stance on FISA 702. Once an outspoken critic of the law that has granted surveillance powers to the FBI without a warrant, Gabbard's newfound support for its reauthorization has sparked significant backlash from her supporters. Critics are questioning whether her change in position is merely a strategic move to secure a nomination in Trump’s cabinet, or if it reflects a deeper compromise of her principles.
The FISA law allows extensive surveillance and has been criticized for infringing on the Fourth Amendment rights of Americans. Gabbard's previous stance included efforts to repeal such surveillance authorities, making her current support quite surprising to her base.