In his first major move as FBI Director, Kash Patel announced a high-profile operation that led to the arrest of 39 individuals tied to violent gangs, including MS-13. The arrests were carried out by the FBI’s Virginia Homeland Security Taskforce as part of a broader initiative to crack down on gang-related crime near the nation’s borders.
“Today, the FBI took decisive action,” Patel said in a social media briefing. He emphasized the operation’s role in strengthening border security and enforcing immigration laws.
Patel thanked partner agencies and law enforcement officers, highlighting the importance of collaboration in ensuring public safety. The announcement has already sparked intense political debate, signaling a more aggressive federal stance on border-related crime.
