USA: President Bush signs renewal of Patriot Act

On 9 March, President Bush signed legislation to renew the Patriot Act. The renewal makes some of the Act’s provisions permanent, including the interception of wire, oral, or electronic communications. Limited amendments were introduced to strengthen the protection of civil liberties. A number of Senators believed they were inadequate and introduced other proposals.

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