President-elect Donald Trump announced Saturday that he plans on firing FBI director Christopher Wray and replacing him with longtime ally Kash Patel.

Summary

Trump announced plans to fire FBI Director Christopher Wray and nominate Kash Patel, a longtime ally, as his replacement, pending Senate approval.

Patel, known for his roles in Trump’s first administration and his vocal defense of Jan. 6 rioters, has advocated for sweeping changes in the FBI and DOJ, including purging officials tied to investigations of Trump.

He has criticized the FBI as politically compromised and pledged to address issues like crime and border trafficking.

Democrats are expected to strongly oppose his nomination.

  • MimicJar@lemmy.world
    17·
    3 days ago

    From Wikipedia,

    Following the dismissal of FBI Director James Comey on May 9, 2017, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie presented to President Donald Trump the possibility of hiring Wray as Comey’s replacement.

    So fire the dude you appointed and replace with someone more loyal. Well this will go well /s