Critique of the USA PATRIOT Act's Civil Liberties Impact

Very Hard Period 9: 1980–present Terrorism And 9/11

In the years following the September 11, 2001 attacks, various civil liberties debates emerged regarding the balance between national security and individual rights. The USA PATRIOT Act, signed into law shortly after the attacks, expanded the government's surveillance capabilities but faced criticism over its implications for privacy and civil liberties. Additionally, the controversial practices involving the detention and surveillance of certain populations, especially Muslim communities in the United States, raised questions about racial profiling and discrimination. Considering these elements, what was one of the primary criticisms of the USA PATRIOT Act in relation to its impact on civil liberties?

It permanently abolished all forms of judicial oversight over national security agencies.

It provided extensive protections against government surveillance, limiting data collection.

It significantly increased the ability of law enforcement to conduct surveillance without warrants.

It mandated full transparency in government surveillance practices to Congress and the public.

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