U.s. Entered War On The United States - 1724 Words

9-11-01, September 11, 2001, a typical day for the United States and citizens of New York City, which soon changed and will be forever remembered as the beginning of a new America. October 7, 2001, when the U.S. entered war in the Middle East in response to the attacks that happened on September 11th. The attacks on the U.S. were not only the start to the longest war in American history, but also the start of many changes for our country. Some effects on the states include political changes and new improvements. Ideas to improve our safety included involved security improvements, new laws and agencies. Although the political effects after 9/11 were the majority of our concerns, the economic aftermath and recovery were huge. The U.S. going†¦show more content†¦With a great nation comes great political power and responsibility played in the upkeep of our states. After the events of 9/11 America’s political side was forever altered. Clearly upset with the Middle East and whom the U.S. believed was responsible foreign affairs had to be looked at. Our government had put a stop to all communication, trade, travel, and influence from some countries overseas. Our President and congress were immediately forced to stop all meetings with foreign leaders due to the security regulations of our Department of Defense. Not only was our government no longer involved with the majority of other countries our citizens also could not travel to these places nor buy from them and all who were believed to be involved in secret affiliation would be brought to court. Policy with other countries prior to the events was different when looking at the topic of involvement of the U.S. and others. Before 9/11, the Bush administration had focused its foreign policy attention on China and Russia; on determining whether a Middle East peace settlement was in the cards; on building a ballistic missile defense system; and on contemplating how to deal with rogue states such as Iran, Iraq, Libya, and North Korea. At many meetings of the National Security Council, officials debated the pros and cons of a new sanctions regime against Saddam Hussein s dictatorial government in Baghdad; they also discussed what would be done if U.S. planes enforcing the no-fly