According to the FBI, terrorism is the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or a segment thereof, to further political or social objectives. Terrorism has impacted the United States on many different levels and has required military and police forces to make significant changes in how they operate and investigate certain crimes and behaviors. These changes are a direct response to the events on September 11, 2001 and how vulnerable Americans felt.
One of the main objectives of the Patriot Act was to remedy the lack of communication between federal agencies trying to fight terrorism. In addition, it gives law enforcement new abilities to search, seize, detain, or eavesdrop in pursuit of possible terrorists.
This scenario focuses on terrorism and homeland security.
A newly proposed state law in Texas will significantly expand immigration regulations to include the immediate deportation of any undocumented immigrant. The legislation has received a lot of attention throughout the country and there have been daily bomb threats targeting the capital. According to intensive investigation by analysts, these threats appear to be coming from a Middle Eastern male connected to a terrorist group. However, local criminals sometimes use this type of message to throw off investigators.
You are the police captain in charge of security at the state capital. You have been tasked with finding a solution to increase security, but your financial budget to do so is very limited. However, the military has offered to cover all security-related expenses if you label this incident as a "homeland security" threat, including assistance to establish a fusion center. From your experience, you know such a label will provide you with financial resources, but it will cause a tremendous amount of public scrutiny and will significantly increase police-community tensions.
-What is the organization of individuals from federal, state, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies in an area whose focus is homeland security?

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According to the FBI, terrorism is the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or a segment thereof, to further political or social objectives. Terrorism has impacted the United States on many different levels and has required military and police forces to make significant changes in how they operate and investigate certain crimes and behaviors. These changes are a direct response to the events on September 11, 2001 and how vulnerable Americans felt.
One of the main objectives of the Patriot Act was to remedy the lack of communication between federal agencies trying to fight terrorism. In addition, it gives law enforcement new abilities to search, seize, detain, or eavesdrop in pursuit of possible terrorists.
This scenario focuses on terrorism and homeland security.
A newly proposed state law in Texas will significantly expand immigration regulations to include the immediate deportation of any undocumented immigrant. The legislation has received a lot of attention throughout the country and there have been daily bomb threats targeting the capital. According to intensive investigation by analysts, these threats appear to be coming from a Middle Eastern male connected to a terrorist group. However, local criminals sometimes use this type of message to throw off investigators. 
You are the police captain in charge of security at the state capital. You have been tasked with finding a solution to increase security, but your financial budget to do so is very limited. However, the military has offered to cover all security-related expenses if you label this incident as a "homeland security" threat, including assistance to establish a fusion center. From your experience, you know such a label will provide you with financial resources, but it will cause a tremendous amount of public scrutiny and will significantly increase police-community tensions.
-What is the organization of individuals from federal, state, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies in an area whose focus is homeland security?

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a. Correct. A fusion center is an organization of individuals from federal, state, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies in an area whose focus is homeland security. See "State and
b. Incorrect. The FISA Court authorizes search warrants and electronic surveillance in cases related to terrorism and spying. A fusion center is an organization of individuals from federal, state, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies in an area whose focus is homeland security. See "State and
c. Incorrect. The Border Patrol is a single federal agency responsible for protecting the borders of the United States. A fusion center is an organization of individuals from federal, state, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies in an area whose focus is homeland security. See "State and
d. Incorrect. The Department of Homeland Security is a federal cabinet department established after the 9/11 attacks. A fusion center is an organization of individuals from federal, state, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies in an area whose focus is homeland security. See "State and

According to the FBI, Terrorism Is the Unlawful Use of Force