NEW : Applies only to activities coordinated or funded by foreign terrorist groups . The government then asked the high court to intervene and uphold the law . 6 - 3 ruling upholds provisions of the USA Patriot Act . Providing support in any manner ` ` furthers terrorism , '' chief justice says . Dissenting justice believes First Amendment rights sometimes prevail .
NEW : Applies only to activities coordinated or funded by foreign terrorist groups . 6 - 3 ruling upholds provisions of the USA Patriot Act . Providing support in any manner ` ` furthers terrorism , '' chief justice says . Dissenting justice believes First Amendment rights sometimes prevail .