James E. Dennehy, head of the F.B.I.'s New York field office, sent a defiant email to his staff highlighting the challenges they face amidst Trump administration scrutiny. Following an order from the Justice Department to collect names of personnel involved in the January 6 investigation, fears arose of a significant purge of agents, as at least nine high-ranking officials have already been removed. Dennehy urged employees to remain calm and pledged support, commending acting officials who resisted immediate dismissals and advocated for a review process to protect career staff.
Today, we find ourselves in the middle of a battle of our own, as good people are being walked out of the F.B.I. and others are being targeted because they did their jobs in accordance with the law and F.B.I. policy.
Time for me to dig in. I commit to providing assistance to you no matter what happens.
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