The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is a key agency within the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) responsible for enforcing federal laws, investigating crimes, and protecting national security.
The FBI plays a vital role in maintaining law and order within the United States, with special agents undertaking a wide range of duties and responsibilities.
This article provides an overview of the FBI and the roles of its special agents.
Mission:
The FBI’s primary mission is to protect and defend the United States against terrorist threats, uphold and enforce the criminal laws of the United States, and provide leadership and criminal justice services to federal, state, municipal, and international agencies and partners.
Duties and Responsibilities of Special Agents:
- Investigate and prevent acts of terrorism, both domestic and international combat public corruption at all levels of government
- Protect civil rights and investigate hate crimes
- Investigate and prevent organized crime, including drug trafficking and racketeering
- Combat white-collar crime, including corporate fraud, money laundering, and securities fraud
- Investigate and apprehend individuals involved in violent crimes, such as kidnapping, human trafficking, and bank robbery
- Counter cybercrime, including hacking, identity theft, and child exploitation Conduct intelligence gathering and counterintelligence operations to protect national security
- Collaborate with other federal, state, local, and international law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and resources
- Provide training, forensic, and technical services to support investigations and law enforcement activities
Through their collaborative efforts with other law enforcement agencies, the FBI works diligently to prevent and solve crimes, uphold the law, and protect the nation from a wide range of threats.
