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Senate Select Committee on Intelligence

The Senate Select Committee on Intelligence is a group within the United States Senate responsible for overseeing the nation’s intelligence activities. Its main tasks include reviewing the work of intelligence agencies, ensuring they operate effectively and responsibly, and protecting national security while respecting civil liberties. The committee also evaluates intelligence assessments and budgets. Members are tasked with maintaining oversight to prevent abuses of power and ensuring that intelligence operations serve the interests of the country. Essentially, it acts as a check on the intelligence community to uphold accountability and transparency.