FBI's Failures in Protecting Children

Recent findings from a Justice Department audit reveal significant failures by the FBI in handling child sexual abuse cases. The report highlights that nearly 13 percent of 327 reviewed cases showed serious deficiencies, including a particularly disturbing instance where a child was abused for 15 months without FBI intervention. Senator Dick Durbin criticized the FBI's handling of these cases, labeling the report a stain on the Bureau and questioning their commitment to previously established reforms. In response, the FBI has stated its dedication to child safety while citing budget constraints as a hindrance to improving their protective measures.