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FBI Director Wray Resigns Amid Trump Transition

CosmicTaco · 2024-12-12T22:16:49.368346+05:30

- FBI Director Christopher Wray announced his resignation before President-elect Trump takes office, paving the way for Trump's pick, Kash Patel, pending Senate confirmation. - Analysts suggest Wray's move is to prevent Patel's immediate takeover, citing the Vacancies Reform Act which requires Senate confirmation or prior senior agency service. - Trump's dissatisfaction with Wray is evident, criticizing his actions and handling of various incidents, including the Mar-a-Lago raid. Source: [Nbc News](https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/fbi-director-wray-to-resign-clearing-the-way-for-kash-patel-226880069801), [Newsweek](https://www.newsweek.com/chris-wray-fbi-director-donald-trump-kush-patel-january-inauguration-1999725)

FBI Director Christopher Wray announced his resignation before President-elect Trump takes office, paving the way for Trump's pick, Kash Patel, pending Senate confirmation.
Analysts suggest Wray's move is to prevent Patel's immediate takeover, citing the Vacancies Reform Act which requires Senate confirmation or prior senior agency service.
Trump's dissatisfaction with Wray is evident, criticizing his actions and handling of various incidents, including the Mar-a-Lago raid.

Source: Nbc News, Newsweek