Which agency is responsible for enforcing federal laws on drug manufacture and use?

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is the agency responsible for enforcing federal laws concerning the manufacture and use of controlled substances. Established in 1973, the DEA focuses specifically on combating drug smuggling and abuse, implementing laws related to drug enforcement, and managing issues surrounding illegal narcotics. Their duties include investigating and prosecuting cases of drug trafficking, monitoring the legal drug industry to prevent abuse, and coordination with state and local law enforcement to address drug-related crime.

The other agencies mentioned serve different functions. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) primarily deals with a broader range of federal crimes, including terrorism and cybercrime. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) focuses on crimes involving alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives, and arson, rather than drugs. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) specializes in immigration and customs law enforcement and criminal investigations related to immigration violations, human trafficking, and other customs issues, but does not focus primarily on drug enforcement.