In what way did the Alien and Sedition Acts change the authority of the federal government?

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The acts clarified the role of the Supreme Court
The acts clarified the role of the Supreme Court

The acts limited the amount of power delegated to each branch of government.
The acts limited the amount of power delegated to each branch of government.

The acts redefined the powers of the legislative branch.
The acts redefined the powers of the legislative branch.

The acts permitted the government to deny citizens' rights in time of war.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

The acts permitted the government to deny citizens' rights in time of war.

The Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 allowed the federal government to expel foreigners and make it harder for immigrants to vote, as well as criminalizing speech that was deemed critical of the government, thus enabling the government to restrict certain rights during times of perceived national security threats.