US EditionFBI Shifts some Agents Back to Counter-Terrorism Following Iran Strike, People Familiar Say
- Following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities announced Saturday night, the FBI plans to move thousands of agents from immigration enforcement back to counterterrorism efforts.
- This shift responds to concerns about potential Iranian retaliation and domestic threats amid a heightened threat environment flagged by the National Terrorism Advisory System.
- A memo distributed to FBI field offices instructed them to prioritize terror threats, including low-level cyber attacks and threats at home linked to the Iran conflict.
- FBI Director Kash Patel emphasized that the bureau’s current priority is safeguarding the nation and local communities, although the FBI has not confirmed any changes to its operations.
- The reassignment implies intensified national security focus amid complaints that immigration enforcement had diverted counterterrorism resources and signals vigilance for Iran-linked threats.
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