The Department of Homeland Security's Office of Intelligence and Analysis has paused plans to reduce its staff by 75% following opposition from law enforcement and Jewish community groups. Legislators urged DHS officials to consult Congress on alternatives instead of proceeding with drastic cuts. An internal announcement noted that staff circulated letters from concerned law enforcement groups as leverage against the reductions. Significant staff cuts could hinder the agency's effectiveness and its relationship with the communities it serves. The duration of the pause and the future of the proposed cuts remain uncertain.
The pause comes after Nextgov/FCW first reported I&A's initial plans to shed about 75% of its staff. Law enforcement and Jewish communities urged officials to reconsider.
Legislators encouraged DHS and national intelligence officials to consult with Congress instead of unilaterally implementing drastic staffing cuts.
Internal communications revealed that I&A staff circulated letters from law enforcement groups expressing alarm over the proposed reductions, hoping to influence decision-makers.
Deep cuts could leave the I&A office with under 300 staff, raising concerns about its effectiveness and alignment with the communities it serves.
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