DEA criticized for delayed reporting of human rights abuses by Latin American law enforcement partners.

A U.S. government watchdog criticized the DEA for not promptly reporting human rights abuses by Latin American law enforcement partners, including torture, in five instances last year. The Justice Department's Office of the Inspector General noted the DEA lacked effective reporting policies. Following the findings, the DEA updated its training to align with Leahy Law guidelines. This report follows another revealing issues in hiring practices within the agency.