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Making FBI great again, with Kash Patel: Trump as Christopher Wray says he'll resign
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Making FBI great again, with Kash Patel: Trump as Christopher Wray says he'll resign

India Today  

Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Christopher Wray told bureau workers on Wednesday that he plans to resign at the end of President Joe Biden’s term in January, an announcement that came a week and a half after President-elect Donald Trump said he would nominate loyalist Kash Patel for the job. Wray said at a town hall meeting that he would …

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Trump picked Patel for FBI after some aides warned it could backfire
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump picked Patel for FBI after some aides warned it could backfire

Live Mint  

Some of President-elect Donald Trump’s top advisers in recent weeks warned him it would be problematic to nominate Kash Patel, one of his most loyal foot soldiers, to lead the FBI, even as it became increasingly clear Trump was leaning in that direction. “He’s coming from outside the system," said Michael Spivack, who worked with Patel when he was a …

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For FBI director, Trump taps Kash Patel, a loyalist who would aid effort to upend top law enforcement agency
1 month, 1 week ago

For FBI director, Trump taps Kash Patel, a loyalist who would aid effort to upend top law enforcement agency

LA Times  

Kash Patel is Donald Trump’s pick to serve as FBI director, the latest bombshell the president-elect has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in confirming his nominees. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce ally to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency …

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Trump interviewing candidates for FBI chief, Vance says in later-deleted social media post
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump interviewing candidates for FBI chief, Vance says in later-deleted social media post

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump is interviewing candidates for the role of FBI director, incoming Vice President JD Vance said Tuesday in the clearest indication yet that the new administration is looking to replace current director Christopher Wray. In a social media post that was later deleted, Vance defended himself from criticism over his absence from a Senate vote at …

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FBI warns Congress against possible coordinated attack in US after Russia massacre
8 months, 4 weeks ago

FBI warns Congress against possible coordinated attack in US after Russia massacre

Hindustan Times  

The FBI is concerned about the possibility of an organized attack in the United States similar to the one that killed scores at a Russian concert hall last month, the bureau's director plans to tell a House of Representatives panel on Thursday. FILE PHOTO: FBI Director Christopher Wray testifies at a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on worldwide threats to American …

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FBI chief calls for renewal of spy program to ensure public safety
1 year, 1 month ago

FBI chief calls for renewal of spy program to ensure public safety

Hindustan Times  

FBI Director Christopher Wray called Tuesday for the reauthorization of a U.S. government surveillance tool set to expire at the end of the year, warning Senate lawmakers that there would be “devastating” consequences for public safety if the program is allowed to lapse. The fact that Wray devoted a significant portion of his prepared remarks to the Senate Judiciary Committee …

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The FBI director warns about threats to Americans from those inspired by the Hamas attack on Israel
1 year, 2 months ago

The FBI director warns about threats to Americans from those inspired by the Hamas attack on Israel

Associated Press  

FBI Director Christopher Wray warned on Tuesday that Hamas’ rampage inside Israel could inspire violence in the U.S., telling lawmakers that multiple foreign extremist groups have called for attacks against Americans and the West in recent weeks. “We assess that the actions of Hamas and its allies will serve as an inspiration the likes of which we haven’t seen since …

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FBI chief's dire warning on Hamas: Most serious terror threat to US since ISIS
1 year, 2 months ago

FBI chief's dire warning on Hamas: Most serious terror threat to US since ISIS

Hindustan Times  

The attack by Hamas on Israel will inspire the most significant terror threat to the US since the rise of ISIS, FBI director Christopher Wray said at a congressional hearing. Israel-Hamas War: FBI director Christopher Wray testifies during a Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee hearing. "The actions of Hamas and its allies will serve as an inspiration the …

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FBI director warns about threats to Americans from those inspired by Hamas attack on Israel
1 year, 2 months ago

FBI director warns about threats to Americans from those inspired by Hamas attack on Israel

LA Times  

FBI Director Christopher Wray testifies during a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing on threats to the homeland, Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023, on Capitol Hill in Washington. FBI Director Christopher Wray warned on Tuesday that Hamas’ rampage inside Israel could inspire violence in the U.S., telling lawmakers that multiple foreign extremist groups have called for attacks against Americans …

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Lawmaker says FBI wrongly sought surveillance info about him
1 year, 10 months ago

Lawmaker says FBI wrongly sought surveillance info about him

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A Republican lawmaker on Thursday accused the FBI of wrongly searching for his name in foreign surveillance data, underscoring the challenges ahead for U.S. officials trying to persuade Congress to renew their authorities to collect huge swaths of communications. The White House and U.S. intelligence officials are pressing Congress to renew Section 702, which expires at this year’s …

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FBI chief says TikTok 'screams' of U.S. national security concerns
1 year, 10 months ago

FBI chief says TikTok 'screams' of U.S. national security concerns

The Hindu  

China's government could use TikTok to control data on millions of American users, FBI Director Christopher Wray told a U.S. Senate hearing on Wednesday, saying the Chinese-owned video app "screams" of security concerns. Wray told a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on worldwide threats to U.S. security that the Chinese government could also use TikTok to control software on millions of …

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FBI director ’very concerned’ by Chinese ’police stations’ in US
2 years, 1 month ago

FBI director ’very concerned’ by Chinese ’police stations’ in US

Live Mint  

The United States is deeply concerned about the Chinese government setting up unauthorized 'police stations' in U.S. cities to possibly pursue influence operations, FBI Director Christopher Wray told lawmakers on Thursday. Safeguard Defenders, a Europe-based human rights organization, published a report in September revealing the presence of dozens of Chinese police "service stations" in major cities around the world, including …

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U.S. and U.K. leaders raise fresh alarms about Chinese espionage
2 years, 6 months ago

U.S. and U.K. leaders raise fresh alarms about Chinese espionage

LA Times  

FBI Director Christopher A. Wray testifies during a Senate panel hearing in May. FBI Director Christopher A. Wray reaffirmed previous concerns in denouncing economic espionage and hacking operations by China as well as the Chinese government’s efforts to stifle dissent abroad. In a nod to current tensions between China and Taiwan, Wray said any forcible takeover of Taipei by Beijing …

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Simone Biles says FBI turned 'blind eye' to reports of gymnasts' abuse at hands of Larry Nassar
3 years, 3 months ago

Simone Biles says FBI turned 'blind eye' to reports of gymnasts' abuse at hands of Larry Nassar

Firstpost  

An internal investigation by the Justice Department released in July said the FBI made fundamental errors in the probe and did not treat the case with the “utmost seriousness” after USA Gymnastics first reported the allegations to the FBI’s field office in Indianapolis in 2015. Washington: Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles told Congress in forceful testimony Wednesday that federal law …

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Simone Biles blasts USA Gymnastics, FBI for allowing sex abuse
3 years, 3 months ago

Simone Biles blasts USA Gymnastics, FBI for allowing sex abuse

Al Jazeera  

US star gymnasts berate institutions overseen by Congress for failing to investigate years of abuses. Not only did the FBI not report my abuse, but when they eventually documented my report, 17 months later, they made entirely false claims about what I said.” When she recounted abuse that had happened in 2011 at the world championships in Tokyo, where she …

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Military defends Jan. 6 response as House steps up probes
3 years, 6 months ago

Military defends Jan. 6 response as House steps up probes

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A top Army leader defended the Pentagon’s response to the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, telling a House panel Tuesday that the National Guard was delayed for hours because it had to properly prepare for the deployment and that senior military leaders had determined beforehand that the military had “no role” in determining the outcome of …

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FBI Director Christopher Wray Shoots Down Conspiracy Theory About Antifa In Capitol Riot
3 years, 10 months ago

FBI Director Christopher Wray Shoots Down Conspiracy Theory About Antifa In Capitol Riot

Huff Post  

Director Christopher Wray faced extensive questioning about the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol as he appeared Tuesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Pool via Getty Images FBI Director Christopher Wray on Tuesday dismissed conspiracy theories about antifa being behind the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol that was perpetrated by a variety of actors united in their …

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The Latest: FBI says probe of Capitol officer death ongoing
3 years, 10 months ago

The Latest: FBI says probe of Capitol officer death ongoing

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Latest on FBI Director Chris Wray’s testimony about the Capitol insurrection : 12:30 p.m. FBI Director Chris Wray told the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday the agency is “not at a point” where it can disclose or confirm the cause of death. ___ HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FBI DIRECTOR CHRIS WRAY’S TESTIMONY ON THE …

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Trump may fire Bill Barr and FBI director for not aiding his campaign by investigating Biden: report
4 years, 2 months ago

Trump may fire Bill Barr and FBI director for not aiding his campaign by investigating Biden: report

Salon  

President Donald Trump has repeatedly discussed firing FBI Director Christopher Wray after the election — and officials are concerned he may also oust Attorney General Bill Barr, according to The Washington Post. "Trump wants official action similar to the announcement made 11 days before the last presidential election by then-FBI Director James B. Comey" when he informed Congress that the …

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4 Unanswered Questions After The Justice Watchdog's Senate Briefing
5 years, 1 month ago

4 Unanswered Questions After The Justice Watchdog's Senate Briefing

NPR  

4 Unanswered Questions After The Justice Watchdog's Senate Briefing Enlarge this image toggle caption Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images Senate Republicans horsewhipped the FBI and Justice Department on Wednesday after a top watchdog documented what they agreed were egregious problems with a surveillance case during the Russia investigation. But even Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz's 476-page report and …

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FBI’s Wray dodges questions on Mueller report’s findings
5 years, 5 months ago

FBI’s Wray dodges questions on Mueller report’s findings

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — FBI Director Christopher Wray offered a lesson Tuesday in how to dodge questions about the special counsel’s Russia investigation, offering a possible preview of what lawmakers can expect when Robert Mueller testifies to Congress. Wray was willing to address other law enforcement subjects — such as describing China as the biggest national security threat to the U.S. A …

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