- FBI agent Steve Friend, known as a whistleblower from the COVID-era, has been removed from his position by the FBI.
- The removal was cited as being due to “unauthorized media discussions” and “poor decision-making” by Friend.
- Friend had previously been reinstated to his position by the Trump administration after being recognized as a whistleblower.
- Charges against Friend involved “unprofessional conduct,” leading to his firing.
- The case highlights the ongoing tensions and challenges associated with whistleblower protections and conduct within federal agencies.
- This development occurs amidst broader debates about the role of internal agency discussions and transparency in the media.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/fbi-ousts-reinstated-whistleblower-over-unauthorized-media-talks-poor-judgment)
