The head of the FBI’s New York field office, who was reported to have resisted Justice Department efforts to scrutinize agents who participated in politically sensitive investigations, has told coworkers that he has retired from the bureau after being directed to do so.

Summary

James Dennehy, head of the FBI’s New York field office, has been forced to retire after resisting Justice Department scrutiny of agents involved in politically sensitive cases.

Dennehy, a retired Marine, opposed a DOJ order to identify agents linked to Jan. 6 investigations, viewing it as a prelude to mass firings.

His departure follows leadership changes, including new FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino.

Dennehy vowed to continue defending the FBI from outside, emphasizing its independence.

  • Sterile_Technique@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    17 hours ago

    And to defend the constitution from all threats foreign and domestic. The legality of the order takes the back burner to the fact that the source of those orders has made itself a legitimate tactical target to the entire US military and federal workforce.

    Too bad none of those people seem to take their oath seriously.