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News in English (USA) / 03.03.2026 / 22:00

FBI Shakeup: Kash Patel Ousts Key Agents Amid Trump Document Investigation

In a controversial move, Kash Patel has reportedly fired a significant number of FBI agents, including those with expertise in Iranian threats and ties to the Mar-a-Lago investigation. Sources indicate that at least ten staffers who worked on the Trump classified documents case have been dismissed, raising concerns about the timing and rationale behind the firings, especially as the U.S. prepares for potential military actions. These actions have sparked a backlash, with critics alleging that the purging of key counterintelligence personnel could undermine national security capabilities at a critical juncture. The situation has become further complicated by revelations that the FBI obtained phone records of Patel and Trump officials, including Susie Wiles, during the Biden administration, which has intensified discussions regarding the perceived weaponization of the FBI against former Trump allies.
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