“Democrats’ Crucial Vote on Warrantless Surveillance Looms”

24 DAILY NEWS – A contentious debate over the U.S. government’s ability to conduct warrantless surveillance on American citizens may hinge on the support of four Democratic representatives for Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson’s recent proposal.

Johnson faced obstacles this month while attempting to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The process was impeded by opposition not only from most Democrats but also from 20 hard-right members within the Republican caucus.

### Bipartisan Support

Notably, four Democrats crossed party lines to support a procedural motion aimed at advancing the bill, defying directives from House Democratic leaders. Their potential backing during an upcoming vote this week could be pivotal.

The four Democrats are Reps. Josh Gottheimer and Tom Suozzi of New Jersey, Marie Gluesenkamp Perez of Washington, and Jared Golden of Maine, who has opted not to seek reelection this year. None of these representatives responded to requests for comment concerning their decision.

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