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FBI Director Christopher Wray Resigns Ahead of Trump's Return, Kash Patel Nominated

Jan 12, 2025, 07:26 PM

FBI Director Christopher Wray has announced his resignation, marking the end of a tenure that has been fraught with political controversy and significant challenges. Wray's decision to step down comes ahead of Donald Trump's return to the White House, with Trump having made it clear that he intended to make a change in leadership at the FBI. Wray's term included overseeing the largest case in FBI history, the investigation into the January 6 Capitol attack, as well as investigations into both President Biden and President-elect Trump. Wray emphasized the FBI's commitment to following facts and law, regardless of political pressures. Trump has nominated Kash Patel to replace Wray, a move that has sparked debate and criticism, particularly from Democrats who question Patel's qualifications and his past assertions about the FBI's role in the January 6 events. Patel's nomination is pending Senate confirmation.