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FBI Deputy Director Abbate Says He's Leaving Bureau

Monday, 20 January 2025 11:47 AM EST

Paul Abbate, who as the FBI's longtime deputy director was expected to replace Director Christopher Wray on an acting basis, is retiring from the bureau, according to an email he sent to senior executives and obtained by The Associated Press on Monday.

It's unclear who will run the FBI as confirmation proceedings are underway for incoming President Donald Trump's pick for the director, Kash Patel.

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Paul Abbate, who as the FBI's longtime deputy director was expected to replace Director Christopher Wray on an acting basis, is retiring from the bureau, according to an email he sent to senior executives and obtained by The Associated Press on Monday.
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