National Security Law

Catalog description

Examines federal legal issues arising in the federal government’s efforts to provide security to its citizens in emergency circumstances, such as against terrorist attacks, but also in the areas of public health, including COVID-19. Topics include the historical roots of executive powers; public health authority; electronic surveillance; investigation of terrorist offenses; detention of enemy combatants; torture; drone strikes; immigration; and the role of the courts. A class on constitutional law or constitutional criminal procedures is recommended but is not required.