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Trump's Nominee Patel Reshapes FBI Post-Wray Resignation

10/4/2025

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In December 2024, FBI Director Christopher Wray resigned, reportedly to avoid being fired by Trump over the January 6 Capitol attack investigation.
Trump nominated Kash Patel, who pledged to dismantle the FBI's "disloyal core" and restore public trust.
Patel's confirmation passed 51-49 amid controversy.
He shifted 1,500 agents to field offices and fired investigators tied to Trump or the Capitol insurrection.

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Story summary

In December 2024, FBI Director Christopher Wray resigned, reportedly to avoid being fired by Trump over the January 6 Capitol attack investigation.
Trump nominated Kash Patel, who pledged to dismantle the FBI's "disloyal core" and restore public trust.
Patel's confirmation passed 51-49 amid controversy.
He shifted 1,500 agents to field offices and fired investigators tied to Trump or the Capitol insurrection.