Unated States Senate 
U.S. Senate Hearing on Wartime Executive Power and National Security Agency’s Surveillance Authority [EPUB ebook] 
Examining Wartime Surveillance and Civil Liberties in Government Hearings

In the detailed proceedings of the ‘U.S. Senate Hearing on Wartime Executive Power and National Security Agency’s Surveillance Authority’, this book meticulously dissects the complex interplay between executive power and surveillance in the context of wartime governance. Presented in a formal yet accessible style, the text captures the essence of legal debates, testimonies, and critical inquiries raised during the hearings. This document serves not only as a historical record but also as a significant commentary on the balance of power, privacy rights, and national security, reflecting the tensions inherent in contemporary governance and the evolving nature of civil liberties under duress. Authored by the United States Senate, this document emerges from a confluence of expertise and urgency surrounding issues of national security post-9/11. Drawing from a diverse array of senators’ perspectives, legal scholars, and experts in constitutional law, the hearings address pressing questions about the scope and limitations of executive authority, particularly regarding the expansive surveillance measures employed by the NSA. The collaborative effort underscores the Senate’s role as a critical check on executive power during times of conflict. This book is an essential read for scholars, policymakers, and informed citizens alike, advocating for a deeper understanding of the balance between security and civil liberties. It invites readers to engage with the foundational questions of governance and individual rights, making it a vital resource for anyone interested in the legal dimensions of modern American democracy.