The CIA, or Central Intelligence Agency, is the foreign intelligence service of the United States federal government. Established in 1947, its primary function is to gather, process, and analyze national security information from around the world, primarily through human intelligence (HUMINT). The agency plays a crucial role in informing U.S. policymakers and conducting covert operations to support national security objectives. The CIA operates under the jurisdiction of the Director of National Intelligence and is one of the principal members of the United States Intelligence Community. Its activities include counterintelligence, counterterrorism, and the assessment of foreign threats, as well as the provision of analysis and intelligence to support military operations and diplomacy. The agency’s mission is to ensure the security of the United States by providing accurate and timely information to decision-makers and protecting national interests abroad.
A deferred resignation initiative has been introduced for CIA, NSA, and ODNI employees, stirring concern about the potential loss of expertise in national security. This strategy aims to align intelligence…