The USA Freedom Act Explained: US History Review

The video discusses the expiration of the Patriot Act and the introduction of the USA Freedom Act, highlighting changes in surveillance laws. It explains the concept of backronyms and details the political reactions to these legislative changes. The video also covers NSA programs, privacy concerns, and the impact of these laws on civil liberties, emphasizing the shift towards more transparency and privacy protection.

What is the significance of the USA Freedom Act in relation to the Patriot Act?

Explain the concept of a backronym and provide an example from the text.

What were the main concerns of civil libertarians regarding the Patriot Act?

How did the expiration of the Patriot Act impact the federal government's ability to collect data?

What role did the FISA court play in the context of the USA Freedom Act?

What are the implications of the 'lone wolf amendment' mentioned in the text?

Describe the changes made by the USA Freedom Act to the bulk collection of phone records.