On this episode of the Inside the FBI Podcast, we'll share the story behind Operation Summer Heat, a nationwide initiative that aimed to get the worst of the worst violent offenders off American streets and to seize illegal weapons and drugs flowing through our communities, with the ultimate goal of restoring safety to neighborhoods across the United States. We'll also hear FBI Director Kash Patel speak to the significance of this landmark operation.

This episode is part of "Your FBI: Crushing Violent Crime," a campaign highlighting the people, partners, and mission of Your FBI and our ongoing work to dismantle violent crime and keep our communities safe.

For a full transcript and additional resources, visit fbi.gov/podcasts. You can also visit fbi.gov/news to discover additional stories, podcasts, videos, and blog posts about the Bureau's efforts to combat violent crime and protect the American people.

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