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FBI Agent Fired for Refusing Comey 'Perp Walk'

10/4/2025

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An FBI agent was terminated for refusing to facilitate a "perp walk" for former FBI director James Comey, who faces indictment for obstructing a congressional investigation and making false statements.
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the indictment, emphasizing accountability for power abuse.
Comey, FBI director from 2013 to 2017, denies any wrongdoing and will appear in court.
The agent's firing aligns with FBI Director Kash Patel's recent dismissals, including an agent trainee for displaying a pride flag.
Patel also let go of about 20 agents linked to a Black Lives Matter protest in 2020.

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An FBI agent was terminated for refusing to facilitate a "perp walk" for former FBI director James Comey, who faces indictment for obstructing a congressional investigation and making false statements.
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the indictment, emphasizing accountability for power abuse.
Comey, FBI director from 2013 to 2017, denies any wrongdoing and will appear in court.
The agent's firing aligns with FBI Director Kash Patel's recent dismissals, including an agent trainee for displaying a pride flag.
Patel also let go of about 20 agents linked to a Black Lives Matter protest in 2020.