Resignation of FBI Director Christopher Wray and Replacement by Kash Patel
President-elect Trump's pick for FBI director, Kash Patel, seeks a smooth transition to replace Christopher Wray, who plans to step down at the end of the Biden administration. Republican state attorneys general support Patel. Trump praises Patel as the most qualified nominee to lead the FBI.
Key Points
- Kash Patel is President-elect Trump's pick to replace Christopher Wray
- Wray plans to step down at the end of the Biden administration
- Patel served in the first Trump administration
- Republican state attorneys general support Patel
- Trump praises Patel's nomination
Pros
- Smooth transition in FBI leadership
- Support from Republican state attorneys general for Kash Patel
- Trump praises Patel as the most qualified nominee to lead the FBI
Cons
- Resignation of current FBI Director Christopher Wray