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Dec. 12, 2017

"Section 702" Saves Lives, Protects the Nation and Allies

The U.S. Intelligence Community relies on Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act in the constant hunt for information about foreign adversaries determined to harm the nation or our allies.

Aug. 24, 2017

"Section 702" Saves Lives, Protects the Nation and Allies

The U.S. Intelligence Community relies on Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act in the constant hunt for information about foreign adversaries determined to harm the nation or our allies.

April 28, 2017

NSA Stops Certain Section 702 "Upstream" Activities

After a comprehensive review of mission needs, current technological constraints, United States person privacy interests, and certain difficulties in implementation, NSA has decided to stop some of its activities conducted under Section 702.

April 28, 2017

NSA Stops Certain Foreign Intelligence Collection Activities Under Section 702

NSA will no longer collect certain internet communications that merely mention a foreign intelligence target. This information is referred to in the Intelligence Community as "about" communications in Section 702 "upstream" internet surveillance.

Aug. 21, 2013

Joint Statement from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the National Security Agency

Public announcement regarding NSA's data collection activities conducted under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.