Brian Driscoll, the acting FBI director and head of the bureau's Newark field office, pushed back so aggressively that some feared he would be dismissed.

Summary

Acting FBI Director Brian Driscoll refused a Justice Department order to fire Jan. 6 investigators, risking his own dismissal.

The Trump administration demanded a list of staff involved in Jan. 6 cases and dismissed eight senior executives, allegedly bypassing civil service protections.

Legal experts argue these firings violate employment laws, while morale plummets among agents fearing political retaliation. Driscoll’s firm stance drew concern but he remains in place.

Observers note the criminal probe in U.S. history involved thousands of FBI employees, fueling demands for accountability. Leadership changes await Senate confirmation.

  • Sanctus@lemmy.worldEnglish
    521·
    11 hours ago

    When injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty.

    — Alexei Navalny

  • adarza@lemmy.caEnglish
    48·
    11 hours ago

    Thursday, Patel testified under oath that no FBI officials would be retaliated against.

    lying under oath is a prerequisite these days. he’s a shoo-in now.

  • xmunk@sh.itjust.works
    37·
    11 hours ago

    Good fucking job. This is a much better reaction than the department heads we’ve seen that have just rolled over and voluntarily resigned.

    • knightmare1147@lemmy.world
      171·
      11 hours ago

      Praise the ones that can but don’t shame the ones that leave. I don’t imagine me, a nobody would fare well under billionaire bullying any better. This shouldn’t be happening in the first place.