FBI Disbands Public Corruption Squad in Reorganization Efforts
By ERIC TUCKER, WASHINGTON (AP) — May 15, 2025
In a significant shift, the FBI has decided to disband its Washington-based squad dedicated to investigating allegations of fraud and public corruption against federal officials, sources revealed on Thursday. This restructuring is part of a broader reorganization within the FBI’s Washington field office, which is tasked with addressing national security threats and other major crimes in the capital.
While specific reassignment details for the affected agents remain unclear, the FBI assures that investigations into public corruption will continue through other specialized squads in the area. This change accompanies a series of adjustments under the Trump administration, which has altered enforcement protocols relating to public corruption. Recent decisions included shrinking the division of Justice Department prosecutors focused on fraud cases and temporarily halting the enforcement of laws against bribery of foreign officials.
FBI Director Kash Patel is steering the bureau towards prioritizing illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and violent crime. The Washington office, known for handling notable investigations—including those related to the 2020 presidential election—reflects the evolving focus of federal law enforcement. This development was initially reported by NBC News.
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