The Department of Homeland Security is requesting IRS criminal investigators to help with deportation duties to track down human traffickers bringing in illegal immigrants. This is part of a larger effort to increase resources for deportation operations.
Key Points
DHS is seeking assistance from other agencies, including the IRS, for deportation efforts
IRS criminal investigators have specialized training in forensic accounting and financial investigations
Previous administrations have also reached out to federal agencies for help with deportation operations
Pros
Utilizing IRS investigators' expertise in financial investigations to combat human trafficking
Increasing resources for deportation operations to enhance national security
Cons
Potential diversion of IRS resources from tax fraud investigations to deportation duties
Possible misuse of police powers by IRS agents in deportation operations