"When the director asked me to stay on past my mandatory date for a brief time, I did so to help ensure continuity and the best transition for the FBI. Now, with new leadership inbound, after nearly four years in the deputy role, I am departing the FBI," Mr. Abbate said in an email obtained by The New York Times on Monday. "I have complete confidence in you and in your ability as a team to continue to carry out our mission of protecting the American people and upholding the Constitution."
Donald Trump names Brian Driscoll to serve as acting FBI director after Paul Abbate retires
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“Abbate told the audience that anyone who questions the FBI’s response or his decisions regarding the response to Jan. 6 did not belong in the FBI and should find a different job — or something to that effect,” according to the affidavit.
FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate retires from the agency
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