James E. Dennehy, the top agent at the FBI's New York field office, has been compelled to retire following clashes with Justice Department officials over the Trump administration's policies. Previously, Dennehy had been supportive of two bureau leaders who hesitated to disclose the names of personnel involved in investigating the January 6 Capitol attack, which displeased administration officials. His resignation adds to the recent turmoil within the FBI, where many executives have been unexpectedly removed, triggering confusion and a leadership crisis at the bureau.
Mr. Dennehy wrote in an email to colleagues, "I was informed that I needed to put my retirement papers in today, which I just did. I was not given a reason for this decision."
Dennehy's departure follows clashes with Justice Department officials over the Trump administration's directives and the handling of the January 6 investigation.
His support for bureau leaders resisting the release of the names of personnel who investigated the January 6 attack angered Trump administration officials.
Mr. Dennehy's exit amidst turmoil at the F.B.I. follows the unexpected removal of nearly a dozen executives, creating a leadership vacuum.
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