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Assaults on Federal Agents Surge Amid Reduced Charges

12/19/2025

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In Chicago, Los Angeles, Portland, and Washington, D.C., 55 of 100 cases involving assaults on federal agents had charges reduced.
Attorney General Pam Bondi warned of severe consequences for assaults on federal agents during immigration operations.
The report links outcomes to liberal-city jury pools and notes evidence gaps.
The Department of Homeland Security reports assaults on federal agents rose since President Donald Trump took office, reaching 238 by November 2025.

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In Chicago, Los Angeles, Portland, and Washington, D.C., 55 of 100 cases involving assaults on federal agents had charges reduced.
Attorney General Pam Bondi warned of severe consequences for assaults on federal agents during immigration operations.
The report links outcomes to liberal-city jury pools and notes evidence gaps.
The Department of Homeland Security reports assaults on federal agents rose since President Donald Trump took office, reaching 238 by November 2025.