Pam Bondi: DOJ Will Target ICE Memo Leaker Who Exposed LA Raid
Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi warned that the Department of Justice (DOJ) will aggressively pursue the individual responsible for leaking an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) memo detailing an upcoming immigration enforcement operation in Los Angeles. Bondi’s remarks come after reports surfaced that an internal ICE document revealing details of planned deportation raids had been made public, sparking concerns over compromised law enforcement tactics and national security.
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During a Fox News appearance, Bondi emphasized that the Biden administration’s DOJ would take swift action against the leaker, not out of concern for national security but to protect its own political interests. Bondi asserted that federal authorities would prioritize investigating the source of the leak rather than addressing the broader issue of illegal immigration.
Pam Bondi: "If anyone leaks anything, people don't understand that jeopardizes the lives of our great men and women in law enforcement, and if you leaked it, we will find out who you are and we will come after you." pic.twitter.com/X5EY4MokiO
— The Post Millennial (@TPostMillennial) February 9, 2025
Leaked ICE Memo Undermines Law Enforcement
The leaked document outlined ICE’s plans to conduct targeted enforcement actions in Los Angeles as part of the Biden administration’s latest effort to address the nation’s illegal immigration crisis. While the administration has largely avoided high-profile enforcement actions, the memo indicated that deportation efforts were still being quietly pursued.
The unauthorized disclosure of these operational details not only jeopardized the success of the planned raids but also endangered ICE agents tasked with carrying them out. Law enforcement officials expressed frustration that such leaks embolden illegal immigrants to evade capture while making the job of border enforcement officers more difficult.
Bondi: DOJ Will Protect Political Interests
Bondi did not mince words when discussing how the DOJ would likely handle the situation. She argued that the administration, which has been widely criticized for its lax immigration policies, would move aggressively against the whistleblower—not because it supports ICE’s mission, but to prevent further embarrassment stemming from the memo’s release.
“They’ll come after the person who leaked it because they don’t want to be exposed,” Bondi said, adding that the Biden administration’s DOJ has a track record of selective enforcement when it comes to leaks, choosing to prosecute only those that reveal inconvenient truths about its policies.
Leaker’s Identity and Motive Remain Unclear
While the individual responsible for leaking the ICE memo has not been publicly identified, speculation is mounting over whether the disclosure was politically motivated. Some suspect that the leak may have come from within the administration itself as an effort to sabotage enforcement actions and discourage future raids. Others believe the memo’s release was intended to put political pressure on the administration to scale back deportations amid growing discontent from progressive activists.
Regardless of motive, the leak has fueled concerns about internal resistance within federal agencies and the broader implications for national security. With illegal border crossings reaching record highs under the Biden administration, many conservatives argue that immigration enforcement is already being undermined from within.
Biden’s Immigration Crisis Worsens
The leak comes at a time when the Biden administration is facing mounting criticism over its handling of the southern border. According to recent reports, the U.S. has seen an unprecedented surge in illegal crossings, with Border Patrol agents encountering hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants each month. The administration’s policies—including the rollback of Trump-era border enforcement measures—have been widely blamed for exacerbating the crisis.
Many conservatives see the exposure of ICE’s operational plans as yet another example of how federal agencies have been politicized under Biden. Instead of focusing on enforcing immigration laws and securing the border, the administration appears more concerned with damage control and protecting its political image.
Conservatives Call for Accountability
The revelation of the leaked ICE memo has led to renewed calls from conservative lawmakers and immigration enforcement advocates for greater accountability. Some have demanded an internal investigation into the leak, arguing that the individual responsible should be prosecuted for endangering national security. Others have urged Congress to increase oversight of federal agencies to prevent future leaks that compromise law enforcement operations.
For many on the right, the Biden administration’s response to the leak will serve as a litmus test for its commitment to upholding the law. If the DOJ aggressively pursues the leaker while continuing to weaken immigration enforcement policies, it will further solidify the perception that this administration prioritizes political optics over national security.
A Pattern of Selective Enforcement
Bondi’s remarks underscore a broader concern among conservatives: the perception that the Biden administration applies justice unequally based on political convenience. While leaks that damage conservative causes are often celebrated by the media and ignored by the DOJ, those that embarrass the left tend to result in swift investigations and legal action.
As the DOJ launches its expected inquiry into the leak, many will be watching to see whether this case is handled with the same level of urgency as other politically sensitive leaks in recent years.
