Quote by Bobby Ray Inman
Another factor is the decision, made in 1976, to sharply divide the FBI and the foreign intelligence agencies. The FBI would collect within the United States the foreign intelligence agencies would collect overseas.
Summary
This quote highlights a decision made in 1976 to separate the responsibilities of the FBI and foreign intelligence agencies. It resulted in a clear division of tasks - the FBI focused on collecting intelligence within the United States, while foreign intelligence agencies gathered information overseas. This decision led to a more specialized approach in handling intelligence, with the aim of enhancing efficiency and ensuring clarity in the roles of these agencies.