With FISA Section 702 up for reauthorization in 6 months, we’re revisiting the basics of this contested surveillance authority. In this extended episode, Elisa first speaks with Josh Geltzer, former Deputy Assistant to President Biden and Deputy Homeland Security Advisor with the National Security Council, to break down what 702 is and why it’s so controversial. Afterwards, Elisa is joined by Glenn Gerstell, former General Counsel at the National Security Agency, to discuss 702’s value, past reform efforts, and what the future may hold. Note: these conversations were recorded in Fall 2023 and reflect the context of the prior administration.
Joshua Geltzer is Partner at WilmerHale, and former Deputy Assistant to President Biden and Deputy Homeland Security Advisor with the National Security Council
Glenn Gerstell is a Senior Advisor with The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), and former general counsel of the National Security Agency.
References:
FISA Section 702 Resource Page (ABA)
FISA Section 702 Overview (DNI)
HPSCI FISA Section 702 Report, November 2023
S.3351, FISA Reform and Reauthorization Act of 2023
S.1265, Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act
H.R. 6570, Protect Liberty and End Warrantless Surveillance Act of 2023
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