US Government Defense bill waters down creation of US Cyber Force, allocates billions to “rip and replace” Chinese tech
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James Thompson
President Biden has signed the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, impacting US military policies and budgets. The Act weakens the creation of a US Cyber Force and allocates funds to remove Chinese tech. Despite expectations, the Act fails to address FISA surveillance concerns. The bill focuses on defense spending and a new defense headquarters to safeguard Pentagon networks globally. The separation of a new digital service is rejected, as the FISA provisions remain broad, allowing surveillance on US and foreign citizens. House Republicans blocked the proposal to limit FISA’s power. The Act highlights the ongoing cybersecurity challenges faced by the US.
Sources:
– The Record
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