Following the events of September 11, 2001, the United States implemented a range of policies aimed at addressing both the immediate and long-term threats posed by terrorism. This response not only altered domestic security measures but also reshaped foreign policy. The USA PATRIOT Act, for instance, expanded the government's surveillance capabilities. Additionally, the U.S. entered into military conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq under the pretext of combating terrorism. In this context, which of the following most accurately reflects a significant impact of U.S. counterterrorism measures implemented after 9/11?