The Espionage Act was enacted in 1917, largely driven by President Woodrow Wilson's administration in response to concerns about national security during World War I. The Sedition Act, which expanded upon the Espionage Act, was passed in 1918 and aimed to suppress dissent against the war effort. Both acts reflected the government's efforts to control public opinion and limit criticism during a time of conflict.
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