By ERIC TUCKER, Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — Paul Abbate, who as the FBI’s longtime deputy director had been 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 President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for the director, Kash Patel.

Originally Published: <time datetime="2025-01-20 11:47:18">January 20, 2025 at 11:47 AM EST</time>

It’s unclear who will run the FBI as confirmation proceedings are underway for Trump’s pick.{ai:summary}FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate is retiring, leaving uncertainty about who will lead the bureau during the confirmation process for President-elect Donald Trump's nominee, Kash Patel, as the new director. Abbate's departure raises questions about the FBI's leadership amid ongoing transitions. #politics

FBI acting director says in email that he’s retiring from bureau

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