Strengthen Covert Action Controls
Department of Defense / Special Operations
Review and potentially modify covert action authorities and oversight mechanisms, including expanding DOD involvement in covert operations.
"Given the range of global threats the United States faces today, the President should consider whether DOD's complete set of capabilities should be used to support potential covert actions." – Project 2025History
Mon Jan 20 2025
Initial analysis
Disruptive Potential
HIGH
Expanded covert action capabilities with reduced oversight poses significant risks to democratic accountability and rule of law
Status
Planned
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