Sean works with the U.S. government in combating terrorism. His sole objective is to prevent another September 11 catastrophe from happening on the U.S. soil. He works with various state and federal agencies not only in trying to protect Americans from the threat of terrorism, but also in trying to safeguard protected constitutional rights from unneeded intrusions. Sean works to fight both domestic and international terrorism.
Sean feels that his job of protecting constitutional rights is just as important as preventing another terrorist event. Which piece of legislation has the potential to infringe on the rights of citizens in regard to searches and surveillance?

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Sean works with the U.S. government in combating terrorism.  His sole objective is to prevent another September 11 catastrophe from happening on the U.S. soil.  He works with various state and federal agencies not only in trying to protect Americans from the threat of terrorism, but also in trying to safeguard protected constitutional rights from unneeded intrusions.  Sean works to fight both domestic and international terrorism.
Sean feels that his job of protecting constitutional rights is just as important as preventing another terrorist event.  Which piece of legislation has the potential to infringe on the rights of citizens in regard to searches and surveillance?

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The Patriot Act has been criticized for potentially infringing on citizens' rights, particularly regarding searches and surveillance, as it expanded the government's ability to conduct surveillance and gather information.

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