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The post claims that, under FISA and the National Security Act, the definition of “U.S. person” covers **only** (1) U.S. citizens and (2) lawful permanent residents. However, the statutory definitions explicitly include additional categories beyond citizens and permanent residents: - **FISA (50 U.S.C. § 1801(i))** defines “United States person” to include **(a)** U.S. citizens, **(b)** lawful permanent residents, **(c)** *“an unincorporated association a substantial number of members of which are”* U.S. citizens or LPRs, and **(d)** a corporation incorporated in the U.S. (with certain exclusions). - **National Security Act definition (e.g., 50 U.S.C. § 3039(c)(2))** likewise includes **unincorporated associations** and **U.S.-incorporated corporations** in addition to U.S. citizens and permanent resident aliens. So, while it’s generally correct that these statutory definitions are narrower than a broad Fourth Amendment conception (and generally exclude undocumented immigrants and nonimmigrant visa holders), it’s **incorrect** to say they cover *only* citizens and lawful permanent residents. **Primary sources:** - FISA definition: 50 U.S.C. § 1801(i) - National Security Act definition (incorporated by reference in various NSA provisions): 50 U.S.C. § 3039(c)(2)