A Question of Standing

In "A Question of Standing," author Rhodri Jeffreys-Jones explores the history and evolving role of the CIA, emphasizing its original mission of intelligence under a democratic mandate established by the National Security Act. The narrative examines pivotal episodes such as the Bay of Pigs invasion, the War on Terror, and domestic controversies that led to increased congressional oversight. While the book addresses the agency's controversial operations and public perceptions, it also highlights its efforts to reveal foreign interference in U.S. elections.