Trump's FBI overhaul begins as Acting Director Brian Driscoll puts 'untouchable' feds on notice: former agent
SUMMARY
President Trump has launched a major FBI overhaul, appointing Brian Driscoll as Acting Director following leadership changes. Former Directors Christopher Wray and Paul Abbate resigned ahead of Trump’s inauguration, with Driscoll tasked to lead during this transitional period. Kash Patel, a vocal FBI critic, is set to replace Driscoll pending Senate confirmation. On day one, Trump signed a memorandum, Restoring Accountability for Career Senior Executives, emphasizing that federal employees are no longer "untouchable." Former FBI agent Nicole Parker remarked, “I believe those untouchable days are over," adding that staff unwilling to align with Trump’s reforms may choose to leave voluntarily. Driscoll’s background includes leading the Hostage Rescue Team and Newark Field Office. DOJ official Bruce Swartz and 20 other staffers were reassigned as part of the shake-up. Trump’s overhaul aims to restore public trust, addressing scandals under the Biden administration.
