Several top FBI executives promoted by former Director Christopher Wray were directed to resign or retire, and may face demotion or reassignment if they choose not to leave. This purge of senior officials includes executive assistant directors responsible for overseeing various investigations. These individuals are career civil servants and cannot be fired without cause. The FBI has not commented on the personnel moves, which were first reported by CNN.
The move has caused disruption within the FBI, with officials expressing anger as these individuals are not seen as political figures. This comes amidst a wave of terminations by the Trump administration, including the firing of 18 inspectors general and career attorneys at the Justice Department involved in prosecuting him. Trump defended these firings, stating that some individuals were not performing their job effectively.
The Trump administration has also selected Kash Patel to lead the FBI in a potential second term. During a Senate confirmation hearing, Patel assured that if confirmed, the FBI would not engage in retaliatory actions. This appointment raises concerns over potential retribution against those who have challenged the president’s conduct. Federal government workers are encouraged to share their experiences by contacting NBC News through the provided email address or contact methods.
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