NYT Midi Crossword · 13-Across · 3 letters
Org. founded by a classified presidential directive in 1952 NYT Midi Crossword clue
Editorially reviewed September 2, 2026
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Use the three initials of the U.S. signals-intelligence agency.
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Why this is the right reference
NSA fits the 1952 classified-directive fact. The abbreviated “Org.” signals that the agency's three initials are expected.
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The founding date and secret presidential directive identify a specific U.S. agency, while the clue abbreviation fixes the answer form.
Who or what the answer is
The NSA is the United States National Security Agency, established in 1952 to handle signals intelligence and communications security.
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13-Across in NYT Midi Crossword puzzle for September 2, 2026.
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