The Phrase "The Noble Cause Ascendant" Refers to the Notion

The phrase "the noble cause ascendant" refers to the notion that

A) Currently, a broad range of behavior on the part of law enforcement is justified as necessary to national security.
B) Currently, there is less tolerance of police corruption because it threatens national security.
C) The noble cause is no longer the focus of police work.
D) The noble cause is above the use of torture.