POLI 431 - Spies, Assassins, and Cyber-Warriors - Modern National Security Law (3)

Are modern national security operations such as drone strikes, cyber warfare, indefinite detention, and mass surveillance legal under domestic and international law? To what extent can officials be held accountable for abuses committed in these operations? Through this course, students will understand how various laws, treaties, cases, and legal principles influence modern national security and counter-terrorism operations. It will equip students to critically analyze these policies - and to work for the changes they deem appropriate. Recommended Preparation: POLI 220 , POLI 230 ,POLI 233 , POLI 260 , POLI 280 , POLI 281 , POLI 318 , POLI 334 , or POLI 337 .

Grading: Graded
Course ID: 102621
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture