Ly'ana Is an FBI Agent Who Has Recently Been Called

question 17

Multiple Choice

Ly'ana is an FBI agent who has recently been called to a local police department to assist in investigating a theft of approximately $50,000.Ly'ana assisted the local department in solving the case and is preparing to go to court when the prosecutor informs her that the defense attorney has offered a deal.The defendant is willing to admit guilt and serve 18 months in prison.What government entity passed the law that allowed Ly'ana,a federal law enforcer,to assist local law enforcement?

• A)The U.S.president.
• B)Congress.
• C)The local mayor.
• D)The governor.

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