Eric Holder Announces DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart’s Retirement
Attorney General Eric Holder released a statement on the retirement of Drug Enforcement Administration Administrator Michele Leonhart, who will depart the agency in mid-May.
Holder expressed his appreciation for Leonhart’s leadership of the DEA since 2007, as well as her 35 years of extraordinary service to the DEA, to the Department of Justice, and to the American people.
Leonhart’s career has been marked by her trailblazing spirit, having been the first woman ever to reach the rank of Special Agent in Charge. She has devoted her life and professional career to the defense of the nation and the protection of its citizens.
Holder praised the agents and employees of the DEA, saying they are some of the finest law enforcement officers in the world. He noted that they are committed to upholding American rights and liberties, dedicated to the rule of law, and devoted to the cause of justice.
Under Leonhart’s leadership, the DEA has dismantled numerous violent and significant drug trafficking organizations and held accountable some of the world’s largest drug kingpins.
Holder expressed his gratitude to Leonhart and wished her well as she embarks on the next chapter of her life.
As the nation faces increasingly complex challenges and evolving threats, the DEA remains committed to safeguarding our national security and protecting our citizens from crime, exploitation, and abuse.
Leonhart’s legacy will undoubtedly be remembered as a testament to her dedication and service to the DEA and the nation.
Key Facts
- State: Federal
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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