The history and evolution of homeland security in the United States : from the Constitution through 9/11 to the present

The History and Evolution of Homeland Security in the United States provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the evolution of US Homeland Security, from its early roots to the post-9/11 era. Drawing on their extensive experience as law enforcement professionals, the authors offer a unique p...

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Main Authors MacMartin, Steven M. (Author), Silva, Aida T. (Author), Vázquez, Isabel Patricia (Author), Lee Werner, Rodger, Jr (Author)
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Oxford : CRC Press, [2025] ©2025
EditionFirst edition.
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Online AccessFull text
ISBN9781003475088
1003475086
9781040367438
1040367437
9781040367490
1040367496
9781032756622
Physical Description1 online resource (326 pages) : illustrations.

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505 0 |a Part 1: 1789 to 9/11 1. Introduction 2. The Evolution of Homeland Security Functions Part 2: 9/11 and Its Aftermath 3. 9/11 4. Creation of DHS 5. Homeland Security Immediately Following 9/11 Part 3: The Key Players in the Evolving Homeland Security Mission 6. Federal Agencies 7. State and Local Agencies 8. Private Security and Critical Infrastructure Assets Part 4: Threats to Homeland Security 9. Terrorism 10. Natural and Manmade Disasters 11. Cybersecurity Part 5: Impact of Homeland Security on Society and Future Trends 12. Immigration and Border Security 13. Balancing Privacy, Security, and Civil Liberties 14. Future of Homeland Security and Conclusion 
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