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FBI Director Christopher Wray confirmed on Wednesday that he plans to resign before President-elect Donald Trump’s second term begins. Wray announced a town hall with the FBI workforce, stating that stepping down was the best decision for the agency. He emphasized that his focus remains on doing what’s right for the FBI and its mission, despite the difficulty of the decision.
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Wray explained that his goal is to keep the focus on their mission and the indispensable work they’re doing on behalf of the American people every day. He expressed a desire to avoid further politicizing the FBI, reinforcing the importance of the agency’s values and principles. His resignation follows reports that Wray did not want to be fired just before Trump took office, as Trump had already nominated Kash Patel for the position.
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The announcement followed months of tension between Trump and Wray. The President-elect had been critical of Wray’s leadership, especially after the FBI’s handling of an assassination attempt on Trump. Wray had initially questioned the severity of the attack, suggesting there were uncertainties about whether Trump was struck by shrapnel or a bullet. Trump later responded on Truth Social, asserting that he had indeed been hit by a bullet and calling Wray’s remarks an example of the FBI’s failures.
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Trump also criticized Wray for what he sees as a focus on politically charged issues, like the January 6 investigations, while failing to address other threats, such as terrorism and illegal immigration. The tension between Trump and the FBI director has contributed to Wray’s decision to resign, as the incoming administration prepares to take a different direction.
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