Some employees are reportedly clearing their desks in anticipation of potential dismissals.
Dennehy emphasized that many agents were simply “following orders” when conducting Trump-related investigations and January 6.
However, he acknowledged the difficult position the bureau now finds itself in, stating, “Good people are being walked out of the FBI and others are being targeted because they did their jobs in accordance with the law and FBI policy.”
The FBI purge under Trump’s administration marks a significant shift in federal law enforcement. While critics decry it as political retaliation, supporters argue it is a long-overdue correction to years of biased investigations. As the dust settles, uncertainty remains about the future of the FBI and how it will navigate this new era.