Discussion Board: Issues of Policy, Legality and Oversight, law homework help

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Discussion Board: Issues of Policy, Legality and Oversight, law homework help

Your readings this week cover a range of issues that get alot of press: the legality of intelligence activity, Congressional and other oversight mechanisms, and the role of intelligence in the development of policy.

Focusing on Nolan’s article on US presidents and their use of intelligence advisers, and Zegart’s article on Congress’ role in formal oversight, discuss the current relationship between oversight groups and the intelligence communities in context to past administrations and Congresses.

Considering that the balance of power in Congress has also affected committee membership and power, do some research and discuss how the new leaders could influence the Director Of National Intelligence’s position on economic espionage.

Minimum 500 words