FBI Shifting Agents to Immigration Enforcement
FBI leadership orders field offices to shift agents to immigration enforcement, de-prioritizing white collar and corporate crime investigations. Trump administration has been mobilizing various agencies to support immigration policies.
Key Points
- Orders to assign 45% of agents to immigration duties
- Up to 2,000 agents to be engaged in immigration enforcement
- Support from various federal agencies and state/local police
Pros
- Increased support for immigration enforcement
- Strengthened collaboration between federal agencies
Cons
- De-prioritization of white collar and corporate crime investigations
- Potential strain on FBI resources and focus