Question

How did the united states respond to acts of terrorism that occurred both at home and abroad during the clinton years?

Answer 1

The government detained foreigners suspected of terrorism, tapped all phones used by suspects and monitored their email and internet use, made search warrants valid across states, ordered U.S. banks to investigate sources of large foreign accounts, and prosecuted terrorist crimes without any time restrictions or limitations.

Answer 2

The government response to terrorism continued to be slow, even faltering, reflecting the opposing interests and judgments involved in fighting an enemy that was not well-defined. The Clinton administration did not marshal its full forces in the fight against terrorism.