U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation

The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is the domestic intelligence and security service of the United States, which simultaneously serves as a federal law enforcement agency. Operating under the jurisdiction of the US Department of Justice, it is tasked with protecting national security—through both criminal investigation and counterintelligence activities. It also works to ensure that justice is served in violation cases throughout its jurisdiction by conducting investigative efforts on behalf of state or local agencies when requested to do so. Founded in 1908 following an executive order from President Theodore Roosevelt, its mission was initially limited to investigating violations related only to antitrust laws; however, over time this mandate has expanded significantly since then.

Headquartered at The J Edgar Hoover Building in Washington D.C., FBI personnel now investigate drug trafficking, organized crime activity such as money laundering and racketeering; computer crimes including cyber terrorism; civil rights issues linked with hate crimes or police brutality; financial frauds like corporate wrongdoing or securities frauds; espionage conducted against American citizens by foreign governments/organizations etc.; kidnappings plus other violent offenses like bank robberies or homicides across America’s borders resulting from international involvement within these acts are some examples noted for their investigations today . The organization also operates 56 field offices located within major cities across all 50 states along with several smaller satellite locations known as resident agencies throughout rural areas nationwide too – each led by special agents appointed directly from headquarters who oversee operations locally yet report back regularly through official channels regarding any matters requiring attention therefrom..

In addition to providing investigative support domestically though they have further extended their reach internationally via legal attaché positions assigned around world’s diplomatic missions where liaison officers work alongside foreign counterparts developing sources assisting them into combatting cross-border threats together while still upholding policies conforming existing treaties between countries concerned therein – most notably having done so successfully during an emergency situation concerning COVID pandemic response just last year 2020 respectively speaking….

With growing concerns surrounding terrorist attacks post 9/11 era onwards ,the bureau stepped up strategy formulating Counterterrorism Division formed specially dedicated towards addressing such global challenges posed thereby ever since then ; similarly National Security Branch had been established later designed specifically focus upon not only safeguarding homeland but most importantly keeping Americans safe abroad meanwhile maintaining peace stability worldwide too ….. All said and done , after more than century long history serving nation loyally driven solely motto “Fidelity Bravery Integrity” , U S Federal Bureau continues remain steadfastly committed ensuring safety protection people everywhere regardless background whatsoever…..