What was the United States government determined to do with the passage of the USA Patriot Act of 2001 and the creation of the D
epartment of Homeland Security? A. Search for weapons of mass destruction in South Asia
B. Increase the globalization of the economy
C. Bring about an end to the Cold War
D. Prevent future terrorist attacks
Explanation: These laws basically have to go through congress and then be approved. The president makes sure there isn't any similar type of law that was enforced. Hope this helps!