FBI Director Christopher Wray Resigns Before Inauguration

FBI Director Christopher Wray announced his resignation effective January 2025, just weeks before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, who had nominated loyalist Kash Patel as his replacement. Trump hailed Wray's departure as a 'great day for America', asserting it would end what he termed the 'weaponization' of the FBI. Wray, who served for seven years of a 10-year term, stated that his decision came after careful consideration and was aimed at preventing the bureau from becoming embroiled in political controversies. Trump accused Wray of leading the FBI to unlawfully raid his residence at Mar-a-Lago, interfering with his political success. The tension between Trump and Wray escalated after the FBI's investigation into classified documents found at Trump's home. Trump's social media posts emphasized his intent to restore the rule of law and criticized Wray's actions while in office.