Cia (Noun)
Meaning
An independent agency of the United States government responsible for collecting and coordinating intelligence and counterintelligence activities abroad in the national interest; headed by the Director of Central Intelligence under the supervision of the President and National Security Council.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The CIA has been involved in a number of covert operations around the world to protect American interests.
- A major reorganization of the CIA was undertaken in the 1980s in response to criticisms of its handling of intelligence information.
- The CIA was accused of violating human rights and ignoring international law in its rendition program.
- Several former CIA employees have come forward as whistleblowers to reveal alleged wrongdoing and abuses of power within the agency.
- The CIA's drone program has been the subject of controversy due to concerns about civilian casualties and lack of transparency.