P. Williams writes in her essay, that the war on terror is a new type of a war. What’s new about it, how is it different from traditional wars?
In her essay, P. Williams describes the war on terror as a “war of the mind,” separating it from traditional conflicts that target specific bodies, land, or resources. This new war defines the enemy as anyone who causes fear.
In what ways does the “Roving Wiretaps” of the Patriot Act seem to violate the Bill of Rights? Which amendment(s) does it seem to violate and why?
The “Roving Wiretaps” clause of the Patriot Act permits law enforcement to spy on someone suspected without identifying any specific equipment or location. This means that surveillance can go on without a new warrant even if a suspect switches phones or computers. The Fourth Amendment, which forbids unreasonable searches and seizures, is broken by this.Law enforcement can spy on a large number of people without a specific suspicion or clear probable cause because of roving wiretaps. That is harassment.
What about “Sneek and Peek” Warrants?
“Sneak and peek” warrants, also known as delayed notice search warrants, give the FBI permission to search a residence or place of business without promptly alerting the person in question of the investigation.
Hello Myeesha, I find the concept of the war of terror just as dangerous as the traditional type of war. With fear mongering and lies that seem skeptical to spread around. It seems easy to start conflicting with others through methods like these. Something that can be used in propaganda and the news. The roving wiretaps can add to the war on terror. As you said, this is harassment. Without probable cause on the right suspect of investigation, this goes beyond what is permitted by the 4th amendment. Something that should be revised at the federal level. Sneak and peek warrants seem reasonable in critical situations but again may be used beyond and exploited.