The Fourth Amendment to the US Constitution which is a part of Bill of Rights protects a citizen from unlawful searches and seizures.
It states that ' the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized."
The prime goal of the amendment is to protect individual's right to privacy and liberty from unreasonable intervention from the state.
Thomas Paine's Common Sense was intended to illustrate the absurdity of the colonies following Britain's rule. It was a persuasive argument for American independence.
Clara Barton’s work during the civil war led to the formation of the Red Cross
A. Washington warned the people that political factions may seek to obstruct the execution of the laws created by the government or to prevent the branches of government from exercising the powers provided them by the constitution.
B. The XYZ affair was incident in which french agents attempted to get a bribe and loans from US diplomats in exchange for an agreement that French privateers would no longer attack American ships. It led to an undeclared Naval War between the two countries.
C. The Alien Enemies Act never ended it is still in existence today. The Alien Friends Act expired in 1800, and the Sedition Act expired in 1801.
