The law passed by Congress following the 9/11 attacks,which expanded the ability of the FBI to look into people's media use and tap their phones,is known as which of the following?

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The USA PATRIOT Act (Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act) was passed by Congress in response to the 9/11 attacks. It expanded the authority of law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, to access personal communication and data, including phone and internet records, of individuals suspected of terrorism-related activities. The other options, Smith Act and Espionage Act, are laws related to restricting speech and punishing espionage, respectively. The First Amendment is a constitutional amendment that protects freedom of speech and expression.

The Law Passed by Congress Following the 9/11 Attacks,which Expanded