The FBI is undergoing a significant personnel shake-up on Thursday, with at least three senior officials linked to the Jan. 6 investigations forced to resign without public explanation.
The abrupt removals raise questions about internal politics and possible retaliatory motives within the bureau.
Among those dismissed is Brian Driscoll, who served as acting FBI director prior to Kash Patel’s confirmation earlier this year.
Driscoll shared a final note on LinkedIn revealing he was not given a reason for his dismissal.
“Last night I was informed that tomorrow will be my last day in the FBI. I understand that you may have a lot of questions regarding why, for which I currently have no answers. No cause has been articulated at this time,” he wrote.
He expressed deep gratitude for serving with his colleagues, affirmed that their shared sacrifices were meaningful, and said he has no regrets, honoring them as “heroes.”
Also removed are Walter Giardina, a special agent involved in the probe of Trump adviser Peter Navarro and Steven Jensen, who led the FBI’s Washington Field Office during the Jan. 6 investigations.
Sources say these agents were informed they must vacate their posts by Friday but were not provided reasons.