It&#x27;s a useful exercise analyzing the actual function of the NSA and comparing it against its charter. <i>Is</i> the NSA doing its chartered job? How well? Is it being effective? Does it have too much actual power?<p>It certain doesn&#x27;t <i>seem</i> as if it has effective oversight in this matter, based on comments from congresspeople as to the level of information they are given.<p>In this instance, it seems as if the NSA is doing their job. In other instances... doesn&#x27;t seem like it.