McConnell Suggests New Look at Patriot Act

“The Senate may re-open debate on National Security Agency wire-tapping authority following the attacks in Paris and San Bernardino, California, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell told the Associated Press on Wednesday, broaching a divisive issue already roiling the GOP presidential field.”

“The Kentucky Republican said in an interview in his Capitol office that the terror attacks abroad and on U.S. soil have raised questions about Congress’ wisdom in limiting the authority earlier this year, something he personally opposed. Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida sided with McConnell at the time, but Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas was on the other side, and the two GOP presidential candidates have clashed heatedly on the issue, including in Tuesday night’s debate.”