Current Event in America: Statement of Problem, Development of American Security System

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Current Event in America
Introduction and Statement of Problem
After the colonization of America, a lot of issues have occurred. Economic development, World War I and political events have changed the face of America as a country and the citizens. These matters undergo transformations dependent on what revolutions are taking place. This report investigates an American issue that has been of held dear by the government and the people. The report has evidence, problems, solutions and arguments about this revolution.
An interesting topic about America is the development of their security system.
It has transformed the face of America since the World Wars I & II (United States History, n. d). They have held a high level of the guard to their country, have a state of the art intelligence gathering and spying, are taking part in international security operations, and are focused on the future of international security. Despite these, they have been faced with challenges which require proper thought and critical measures to deal with (United States History, n. d). This article will examine the threats that come from external sources not internal. It is what the world has seen to have given them fame and recognition globally.
Threats to American Security
Three major events had threatened American security. The global World War I and II then the 1998’s bombing of the World Trade Center. The country was not prepared to counter any of these events. It is worrying how America was found without readiness during World War I when their submarines were attacked by the Japanese Navy (World History Group, 2006). Their preparation for World War II was as a result of what they experienced in World War I. The bombing of world trade center by the al-Qaida group was a confirmation that their security was at significant threat they had to work to fill the loopholes.
Development of American Security System
After these acts that threatened the American lives and the country they had to put up measures to ensure that a repeat of the same was avoided. Massive government budgets focused on security up to date, thereby creating several departments of the armed system. Up to date, they are believed to be the most advanced country in their machinery, war vessels, surveillance, and actions. Several departments have been formed with specialized functions for the above-stated areas.
The authorities created to include the Pentagon, the FBI, the Special Forces, the Navy and the Air Force (A & E Television Network, n. d). Each of these departments handles security in their designated areas, which are defined to prevent any collisions with the other departments. The constitution is also robust enough to provide relevant rules that will be in line with the national government's mission to secure both the people and property (US Department of Defense). When the citizens are guaranteed, they are also under obligation to defend the armed forces, without acting in ways that will beguile their operations The judiciary is vibrant to handle any cases of security that reaches them regarding America and Americans (A & E Television Network, n. d). International participation in activities of safe...