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Why was the FBI director fired?

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The FBI director and several agents were fired without being given a reason. The dismissed agents, including former acting director Brian Driscoll, were involved in cases related to the January 6th Capitol riot and other matters touching the president. The FBI Agents Association criticized the lack of due process and highlighted concerns about political motives and public safety.

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No reason given for firings of former acting FBI director, other agents

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  • Up to five FBI agents, including former acting director Brian Driscoll, have been fired without explanation.
  • Other dismissed agents include Steve Jensen and Walter Giordina, all involved in January 6th and Trump-related investigations. 41s
  • The FBI Agents Association criticized the firings, citing lack of due process and potential risks. 1m 0s
  • The Justice Department has not commented on the dismissals. 1m 32s
  • Federal law enforcement presence in Washington, D.C. is set to increase amid recent security concerns. 3m 8s
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No reason given for firings of former acting FBI director, other agents
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No reason given for firings of former acting FBI director, other agents

Neither Brian Driscoll nor other dismissed agents were given reasons for their terminations, according to their own statements and the FBI Agents Association.

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What we know about firing of former acting FBI director

Brian Driscoll, the former acting FBI director, was fired after resisting requests to hand over a list of agents who worked on January 6th Capitol riot cases. No official reason was given for his dismissal.

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What we know about firing of former acting FBI director

Driscoll wrote in a goodbye email that he has no answers as to why he was fired. The Department of Justice has not commented.

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