President Donald Trump has accused Democrats of extortion over the renewal of Section 702 of FISA, which expires at midnight Friday. - Trump refuses to withdraw acting DNI Bill Pulte, despite bipartisan calls for a qualified nominee.
- Democrats say they will not support a short-term extension unless Pulte is removed. - The standoff could cause a rare lapse in the surveillance program during World Cup games and the nation's 250th anniversary.
- House and Senate leaders warn of a potential gap in foreign intelligence collection.