What new role did Smith give the CIA?
Primarily responsible for covert operations
Domestic surveillance
Military intelligence
Diplomatic negotiations
Answer
Primarily responsible for covert operations, the CIA's role was redefined under Smith's leadership. This shift emphasized the agency's clandestine activities, such as espionage and sabotage, rather than its previous focus on intelligence gathering and analysis.
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