What new responsibilities have American police agencies assumed since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks? What new challenges are they facing?

Question

What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

American police agencies have assumed new responsibilities since the 9/11 attacks in the areas of terrorism prevention and response. While the core mission of American police departments has not changed, law enforcement agencies at all levels now devote an increased amount of time and other resources to preparing for possible terrorist attacks and to gathering the intelligence necessary to thwart them. In particular, local police departments play an especially important role in responding to the challenges of terrorism. Not only must they help prevent attacks, but they must respond quickly when attacks occur, offering critical evacuation, emergency medical, and security services to help stabilize communities following an incident. Community policing programs have been adapted to the needs of terrorism prevention because community policing provides a natural conduit for information gathering and the development of counterterrorism intelligence.