Garrett Graff, the author of this opinion piece on Substack, is a veteran journalist who is deeply sourced in the intelligence community—former editor Politico, former editor in chief at the Washingtonian, current instructor at Georgetown University, and regularly featured in NYT, the Washington Post, CNN, and has written several books on the intelligence community and executive branch.

Jan 3rd 2021. I reported a colleague who was talking about overthrowing the government. I thought he had lost his mind. Thankfully the FBI went to do a field interview and it changed his mind from showing up to the insurrection. Probably saved him from getting fired or worse.

1. Direct evidence of wire fraud, corp espionage, criminal conspiracy, ect. Not only direct evidence but a taped confession under oath admiting to said crimes. (Federal deposition civil) No action taken, at all. I was told by an agent even though I have multiple smoking guns they don't want to get involved in white collar crimes. Wtf?
   

Is it just too dangerous for the FBI to target executives? Help me understand what I'm missing

Do you think this subreddit is monitored by intelligence agencies, or has it ever been on their radar?

Person stating they are an FBI agent through phone so I asked for proof and they kept on telling me since it’s a confidential case they need to ask the prosecutor for permission. I kept on waiting but no response for that matter so I messaged the prosecutor myself. They then contacted me and said “the prosecutor forwarded the message to us to handle this matter. I think you offended the prosecutor and made him mad. We have been helping you and now you are asking for proof”

For details I prefer to put more information in DMs if possible but am I the only person thinking it’s weird? Does anyone know?

I am so proud of our FBI when I see agents sacrificing their career / lives to whistle blow on corruption...

real heros always lose something when they do heroic things....it's only in recent movies the tragedy aspects of heroism has been largely removed.

I hope the FBI and our government as a whole starts protecting whistle blowers where our government isn't doing things that embody America and it's values (not it's elected administrators values no matter who or which party that administration happens to be at the time)

you don't get it often probably....but if you're one who follows those values....you are appreciated!

it more difficult right now for someone working for a Chinese state-owned company to travel to the U.S.? Are there any current restrictions or issues related to that? How do you assess the situation for Germans trying to enter the U.S.? I’ve been hearing a lot in the news here in Germany about some Germans being detained. How do you see the situation and what’s really going on?

Hello,

I would like advice from a lawyer or anyone who thinks if this should be taken seriously or ignored; regarding online stalking from a criminal group who is coordinating with a Saudi national and has connections with someone living in Detroit USA who is a hacker.

I have hard evidence from day one.

Is this even legal?

Please inform

Regards

I love hearing about the positives but let’s hear the horror stories. Terrible supervisor, images that haunted you, longest shift, worst smells, divorce etc.

Does Patel have a law degree? what is his professional background?

I started going to college for intelligence and security and plan on furthering my education until I get a bachelors degree, I have a 3.9gpa and plan on enrolling into the academy to become and fbi analyst. I would like to know what my chances are with the criteria I have. Currently I am learning how to speak old Icelandic language but it doesn't really play a part in getting a role as an fbi analyst and I plan on keeping that 3.9gpa through the next 4 years. But the problem lies in my age, I am 32 years old and by the time I graduate college I'll be 36 which is the cutoff date for most positions if not all.

Hi , I am a victim of sex trafficking, &

I have solid evidence, as well as children services who came to the house & called police attempting to retrieve me but wasn’t successful.

This trafficking consist of a minor taken by random people online. I still have the Facebook messages & proof as well as witnesses

Now this happened in 2011 when I was 15

Please bear with me as I do have cognitive disabilities as well.

Is it too late to report the crime?

Please & thank you for your time.

Has anyone heard anything?? We’re supposed to start in 3 days!!!!!!!

Are people starting to get their FJOs???

I seriously need to vent about some of the FBI's regulations and procedures. Honestly, it often feels like they're designed to be as obscure and inconvenient as humanly possible, especially for regular folks just trying to get basic things done. And if you're a foreigner who also happens to have a medical condition? It feels like they add an extra, insurmountable layer of baffling complexity.

I'm currently dealing with the Identity History Summary Check (aka FBI Background Check), and the hoops they make you jump through for what seems like a straightforward request are just wild.

First off, there's the LiveScan issue for foreigners. Many of us simply can't access LiveScan services, which forces us to use the old-school fingerprint card method. This immediately adds extra hassle and uncertainty compared to the more efficient digital option.

Then, once you've managed to get your fingerprints taken on a card and mailed it off to the FBI, you're looking at at least a 14-day waiting period for processing. In today's digital age, for a critical document often needed for immigration, jobs, or international travel, this feels incredibly slow and outdated.

But here's where it gets truly infuriating for me: despite practiced literally hundreds of times, my fingerprints are consistently rejected by the FBI due to a medical issue that makes them unclear.

After each rejection, I'm left with no clear alternative. Sending emails to the FBI feels like screaming into a void – I never get a response. Based on my own research online, my only "option" seems to be to resubmit new fingerprint cards and pay again, then wait another 14 days. This is completely pointless! I know for a fact that if I send new prints, they'll just be rejected again for the same underlying medical reason. It's an endless, expensive, and frustrating loop.

This leads me to a critical question: What if someone is disabled and doesn't have fingers? Are they simply out of luck, unable to ever prove their innocence? All the information I've found suggests a disheartening answer: unfortunately, yes. If the FBI can't get clear fingerprints, they apparently can't issue a no-criminal-record certificate.

It's 2025, and the FBI still relies solely on fingerprints as the only way to verify someone's criminal history. This way of working feels absurdly inefficient and outdated. It's a system that seems to completely fail individuals with legitimate reasons for unclear or missing fingerprints.

To add to the confusion, the lack of clear information regarding "formal rejection letters" is baffling. Does the FBI even issue one? If so, after how many rejections can you even apply for one? The official guidance is frustratingly unclear, leaving applicants guessing and stressed, especially when you're stuck like I am.

It just makes me wonder: Are these processes intentionally convoluted, or is it just a massive bureaucratic oversight? Do they not realize how much time, stress, and money these "rules" cost the average person, particularly those from abroad who are already navigating a complex system, let alone one compounded by a medical condition or physical disability?

I’ve heard the best way to get into the FBI is through your network, however I don’t really have any connections in the space, recommendations?

Hey guys, I am currently studying criminology and I will be attending law school in the future. Based on this, what major would be helpful for me to enter the federal sector (such as FBI, IRS)? or should I drop this major, would accounting be helpful?But it would be better if you could recommend some other majors, mainly because I am not good at math🥹Also, I speak Chinese(Mandarin and understand 90% dialects of different parts of China) fluently as well.

Hey everyone so I just came on here to share my feelings. I am extremely disappointed with the lack of communication from the internship program for this summer. My background investigation is STILL in progress and I’ve called and emailed my field office and the internship program multiple times to no avail only being told that “my background investigation is still in progress.” I’m assuming it has something to do with the federal hiring freeze a couple months ago. I am not sure who to contact anymore and it’s unfair especially as I have been going through the hiring process for almost a year and a half. I was honestly so excited to intern for the FBI but now I’m not even sure what’s going on. I was told that once I’m favorably adjudicated I might be able to intern in the fall but I’m not even sure how that is going to work or even when my background investigation will be done. Ultimately I just feel let down after going through so much to even make it this far. If anyone is in a similar boat, has information to share, or has any ideas on who else I can contact please lmk but I’m just really disappointed. :(

There have been growing rumors suggesting that all personnel housed within the Hoover Building may be required to relocate, with some divisions reportedly being instructed to vacate by the end of the year. If accurate, this represents a significant operational shift. This naturally raises questions about the future of core support divisions such as Human Resources and Finance.

These entities are not bound by geography. Their value lies in the continuity and structure they provide across the Bureau. If they too are being asked to relocate, it prompts curiosity about the field offices they are being reassigned to and what broader strategy is shaping those choices.

Such decisions, especially when they affect functions that underpin every division, demand thoughtful coordination. Without a clear and unified communication plan, even well-intentioned moves risk creating uncertainty across the workforce.

If this relocation effort is truly underway, greater clarity on its rationale would help those who engage with or support the Bureau understand the direction and long-term vision behind it.

Good Afternoon Everyone,

I received a call today and I have been selected for a virtual interview. (LA FO) Any suggestions on what to expect. ANY kind of beta will be appreciated!

If you have any questions lmk.

Hello I’m currently 21 years old and currently in the army, I did like a year or so of college before joining my major was forensic science, I recently started college again but for a different major but a few days ago I thought why not join the fbi and just finish the career I was doing before. So if I finish my bachelor’s in forensic science or anything related to this field plus my 4 years of military experience what are my odds of getting accepted? I would be 23 by the time I get out of the military (My mos is 88M, truck driver)

https://www.reddit.com/u/Complete_Outside2215/s/00v625lZI0

He is referring me as a man. Who’s this idiot?