DHS and TSA were created by “W.” Two of the biggest freedom-stealing agencies in our government (as if we didn’t already have enough). I am sorely ashamed that I was forced to vote fore him [for want of a better alternative].
In [very] bare defense, it was 09/11 and both were in direct response to the failures from 8 years of the Clintoons! Remember how it was the POLICY to have the "Chinese Wall" between the intelligence agencies?
In hindsight, it would have been wise to build-in a required 'sun-down' dissolution cycle for every 7 years unless a 3/5s retention vote without President veto is recorded! Keep the lifer bureaucrats from making permanent nests!
Don’t forget that awesome Patriot Act.
“Compassionate Conservatism “. 🙄