An internal FBI memo obtained by The Guardian reveals concerns that a small group of women allegedly created fake online dating profiles with "tradwife" themes to target U.S. immigration enforcement agents, aiming to expose their identities. The briefing, shared among law enforcement agencies in February, suggests the tactic emerged in late January 2026 but offers limited specifics about the operation or its origins. Questions remain over the credibility and scope of the reported scheme, as the memo lacks substantive evidence or clear investigative backing. The disclosure raises broader discussions about online harassment tactics and law enforcement vulnerabilities.
Exclusive: Internal FBI memo, reviewed by the Guardian, said women wanted to dox and ‘embarrass’ agents, but provided few detailsThe FBI internally warned that a group of women were creating fake online dating accounts with “tradwife” aesthetics in an effort to lure US immigration agents and “dox” them.The FBI in Chicago disseminated a brief memo to other law enforcement officials across the US on the potential threat to agents in February, warning that “as of late January 2026, a small group of women allegedly were creating fictitious online dating profiles with the purpose of attracting and then doxxing law enforcement participating in immigration enforcement”. The report, which was shared with the Guardian, provided few details about the alleged scheme and did not explain the source of the information. Continue reading...
