The controversial spy powers are set to expire on Thursday if Congress doesn't act. A left-right coalition may have missed its chance to make an impact.

Spy powers under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act expire this week unless Congress acts, and Republicans are a mess.

The controversial spy powers are set to expire on Thursday if Congress doesn't act. A left-right coalition may have missed its chance to make an impact.

The controversial foreign surveillance program was due to expire by the end of Thursday.

Lawmakers agree 45-day extension but Republican and Democratic critics urge reform of surveillance program