DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has accused the FBI of corruption, alleging they leaked plans for large-scale immigration enforcement operations in Los Angeles.
At a Glance
- Noem accuses FBI of leaking ICE raid plans in Los Angeles
- LA Times reported on upcoming ICE operations targeting individuals without legal status
- Noem calls for action against “crooked deep state agents”
- U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi vows to prosecute those responsible for leaks
- ICE sources claim no knowledge of the basis for Noem’s accusations
Noem’s Allegations and the Leaked Operation
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has leveled serious accusations against the Federal Bureau of Investigation, claiming the agency leaked critical information about planned Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Los Angeles. The controversy erupted after the Los Angeles Times published an article detailing forthcoming ICE operations targeting individuals lacking legal residency or facing deportation orders.
The report, based on an internal government document and information from a federal law enforcement source, has raised concerns about compromised operational security. According to the leaked information, the operation would involve ICE leading a large-scale enforcement action, with assistance from FBI and DEA agents.
Secretary Noem did not mince words in her response to the alleged leak. Taking to social media, she forcefully condemned the FBI and called for swift action against those responsible.
“The FBI is so corrupt. We will work with any and every agency to stop leaks and prosecute these crooked deep state agents to the fullest extent of the law,” Kristi Noem said.
Attorney General Bondi’s Stern Warning
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi echoed Noem’s concerns, emphasizing the dangers that leaks pose to law enforcement personnel and operations. Bondi issued a stark warning to potential leakers and those who might attempt to obstruct immigration enforcement activities.
“Well, you know, if anyone leaks anything, people don’t understand that it jeopardizes the lives of our great men and women in law enforcement, and if you leaked it, we will find out who you are, and we will come after you. It’s not going to stop our mission. It’s not going to stop the President’s mission to make America safe again,” Pam Bondi said.
Bondi went further, suggesting that actions such as warning illegal immigrants of impending ICE operations could potentially be considered obstruction of justice. She emphasized that any such actions would be thoroughly investigated and prosecuted.
The allegations of FBI involvement in leaking sensitive operational information have raised serious questions about inter-agency cooperation and the integrity of federal law enforcement operations. As the situation develops, it remains to be seen how these accusations will impact future immigration enforcement efforts and the relationship between DHS and the FBI.
The Department of Homeland Security has not yet provided additional comments on the matter, despite requests from media outlets. As investigations into the source of the leak continue, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in maintaining operational security in an era of increased scrutiny and information sharing.
