Outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray is facing allegations of sabotage as President Donald Trump prepares to install Kash Patel as his replacement. While Wray’s resignation has been welcomed as a necessary step toward reform, reports suggest he is working behind the scenes to delay the transition.
Sources claim Wray is promoting senior leaders within the FBI to entrench establishment figures before leaving his post. This strategy, described as “burrowing,” is seen as an attempt to obstruct Patel’s ability to implement sweeping changes once confirmed.
After Wray’s departure, his deputy, Paul Abbate, is expected to serve as acting director. Abbate, in turn, will appoint a new acting deputy director, creating a temporary leadership structure that critics argue is designed to maintain the status quo and hinder Trump’s agenda.
The FBI has faced intense scrutiny under Wray’s leadership, with high-profile controversies such as the Mar-a-Lago raid fueling accusations of political bias. Republican lawmakers, including Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), have demanded Wray’s resignation, calling for new leadership to restore the bureau’s integrity.
Despite Wray’s alleged efforts, Patel remains focused on his mission. He has been meeting with senators to build support for his confirmation, expressing confidence in his ability to lead the FBI through this pivotal moment.
Trump and Patel are determined to move forward with reforms, viewing Wray’s obstruction as a last-ditch effort to preserve a corrupt system. With Patel’s confirmation, the bureau will have the opportunity to rebuild its reputation and restore trust with the American people.
