President Donald Trump is calling on Republicans to unify behind a “clean” reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), emphasizing national security concerns over proposed reforms.

Section 702, a key intelligence tool, allows U.S. agencies to collect foreign intelligence data, but it has long been controversial due to concerns that it can also sweep up Americans’ communications without a warrant. Trump argued the program has prevented numerous attacks and is too important to weaken, even stating he would be willing to give up his own “rights” to ensure it remains fully operational.

However, the push for a clean extension—reportedly for 18 months without changes—is facing resistance from both House conservatives and many Democrats. Critics argue reforms are necessary to protect civil liberties, particularly regarding warrantless data collection and the so-called “data broker loophole,” where agencies can purchase personal data from third parties.

Mark Meadows weighed in on the situation, suggesting that a clean reauthorization is unlikely to pass. Instead, he pointed to ongoing negotiations aimed at finding a compromise that includes amendments acceptable to multiple factions in Congress.

The debate reflects a broader tension between national security priorities and privacy protections. While Trump and his allies stress the importance of maintaining strong surveillance capabilities, a growing bipartisan group insists that reforms are necessary to prevent potential abuse and safeguard Americans’ rights.