More DEA Supervisors Gain Power to Issue Subpoenas
Published Date: 5/21/2026
Rule
Summary
Starting May 21, 2026, certain DEA supervisors like Diversion Investigators and Intelligence Managers can now sign and issue administrative subpoenas. This change speeds up investigations by giving more DEA staff this power, helping them tackle drug-related cases more efficiently. No extra costs or delays are expected—just a smoother process for fighting illegal drugs!
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