FBI and DEA opened West Kentucky offices at McConnell's urging
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell
LOUISVILLE, KY – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced today the federal government has secured a 15-year lease for the Paducah offices of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). The three federal agencies will occupy a newly-constructed almost 10,000 square foot building off McCracken Boulevard.
In 2018, Senator McConnell announced the FBI and the DEA agreed to his requests to open new offices in Paducah and dedicate additional federal resources to support state and local law enforcement across the region. Both agencies have since stationed officials in Paducah and will continue to expand their footprint.
"West Kentucky families can sleep better at night with the arrival of new federal law enforcement resources to help keep them safe. I'm grateful the FBI and DEA both agreed to my request to reinforce the courageous local and state officers who protect this region," said Senator McConnell. "A permanent force of additional law enforcement officers will provide vital support against the epidemic of drug abuse and dangerous crimes. As Senate Majority Leader, I'm proud to once again direct national attention and resources to Paducah, making this area a better place to live and work. We owe all law enforcement officers a debt of gratitude for their selfless sacrifice, and I look forward to their service and partnership in Kentucky."
Housing the FBI, DEA, and ATF in a single building can facilitate coordination with state and local law enforcement partners. In addition, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Kentucky Russell Coleman and his team of locally-based federal prosecutors will work closely with the three federal agencies to protect families and communities in West Kentucky.
"Kentucky, and specifically McCracken County, continues to reap the benefits of Senator McConnell's influence as Senate Majority Leader," said McCracken County Judge-Executive Craig Clymer. "Establishing bases for federal FBI, ATF, and DEA in our community greatly enhances law and order and further secures a safe, secure community for all of us to enjoy."
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