Originally posted by: BlueApple
Originally posted by: Linflas
The DEA is like any other large government bureaucracy in that once formed it vigorously looks to make sure it is never killed. There are 2 12 story buildings full of people on Army-Navy Drive in Arlington, Va along with a ton of field offices that all have a vested interest in keeping the "war against drugs" going no matter whether they can demonstrate any progress in the war since the DEA was formed in 1973. Why would you be surprised that they would oppose any type of sanity by the states when it comes to drug issues?
Actually I think they share those offices with US Marshals, as the other 2 buildings in the complex are(were) used by WorldCom.
But yes, I agree. Them and the CIA are two of the most politicized agencies in your government.