Key Events During George W. Bush Presidency (2001-2009)

These flashcards cover key events and legislation during George W. Bush's presidency, including major elections, the response to terrorism, and significant natural disasters.

George W. Bush

President of the United States from February 2001 to February 2009.

Contested Election of 2000

A presidential election where George W. Bush won by a narrow margin in Florida after a Supreme Court ruling on the recount.

Supreme Court Ruling

The decision that the Florida statewide recount violated the equal protection clause of the fourteenth amendment.

September 11, 2001

Date of the terrorist attacks orchestrated by Al Qaeda, where hijackers targeted the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.

Operation Enduring Freedom

The military operation launched by the US in Afghanistan in response to the September 11 attacks.

War on Terror

The global campaign initiated by the US aiming to eliminate terrorism and terrorist organizations after the September 11 attacks.

Invasion of Iraq (2003)

The military action ordered by President George W. Bush to overthrow Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein under the belief of weapons of mass destruction.

US Patriot Act

Legislation passed in response to the September 11 attacks aimed at improving counterterrorism efforts, allowing warrants to be bypassed for obtaining documents.

Hurricane Katrina

A devastating hurricane in 2005 that caused catastrophic flooding in New Orleans after levees broke.

Alternative Energy Initiative

President Bush's initiative aimed at promoting new transportation and power technologies to reduce reliance on foreign oil and improve energy security.