1.P. Williams describes the War on Terror as fundamentally different from traditional wars because it lacks a clear enemy nation, formal battlefields, or a definitive endpoint. Unlike conventional wars, which involve conflicts between nation-states with organized militaries, the War on Terror is an ongoing battle against decentralized terrorist groups that operate globally. This war often involves intelligence operations, targeted strikes, and counterterrorism measures rather than large-scale military engagements. It also raises ethical and legal questions regarding surveillance, indefinite detention, and human rights.

2. “Roving wiretaps” under the Patriot Act allow the government to monitor multiple communication devices used by a suspect without specifying each device in a warrant. This seems to violate the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. Traditionally, warrants must be specific, but roving wiretaps grant broader surveillance authority, potentially infringing on individuals’ privacy rights. Critics argue that this undermines constitutional protections by allowing surveillance without clear oversight or limits.

3.”Sneak and Peek” warrants allow law enforcement to secretly enter a person’s property, conduct a search, and delay notifying the individual about it. These warrants, expanded under the Patriot Act, are controversial because they can be used in cases beyond terrorism, including drug investigations. They raise concerns under the Fourth Amendment since they bypass the usual requirement that individuals be informed of searches, reducing transparency and accountability in law enforcement practices.