What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "U.S. spy organization" from June 1, 2026?

Crossword clue

“U.S. spy organization”

This clue appeared as 38-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, June 1, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

CIA

Letters3

Starts withC

Ends withA

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jun 1, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “U.S. spy organization” ran in the WSJ Crossword on June 1, 2026 as 38-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with C and ends with A.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “U.S. spy organization” clue?+

The answer is CIA (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of June 1, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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