Asked by Ranjot Bains on Jun 19, 2024

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The National Security Archive is a

A) private organization that makes extensive use of Freedom of Information Act requests to obtain information about the activities of national security agencies.
B) bureau-level agency in the Department of Homeland Security that classifies the security clearance requirements of all government documents.
C) part of the National Security Agency that classifies the security clearance requirements of all government documents.
D) private organization that the federal government contracts to provide backup copies for all national security documents.

National Security Archive

A non-profit organization that collects and publishes declassified documents obtained through the Freedom of Information Act, focusing on national security topics.

Freedom of Information Act

A U.S. federal law that allows for the full or partial disclosure of previously unreleased information and documents controlled by the United States government.

Security Clearance

A status granted to individuals, typically government employees or contractors, allowing them access to classified information.

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Carnetta McCulloughJun 20, 2024
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A
Explanation :
The National Security Archive is a private, non-profit organization that uses Freedom of Information Act requests to obtain declassified documents and information related to national security activities conducted by the United States government.