Government overreach refers to when the government exceeds its authority or extends its power beyond what is necessary, often infringing on individual rights and liberties.
Related terms
Civil Liberties: These are the fundamental rights and freedoms that individuals have, such as freedom of speech and privacy.
Checks and Balances: This term refers to the system in place in the U.S. government where each branch has the ability to limit or check the powers of the other branches.
Constitutional Rights: These are rights protected by the Constitution that cannot be taken away or violated by the government without due process.