During a House Judiciary Committee hearing, FBI Director Christopher Wray disclosed that an agency employee is being investigated for making inappropriate remarks about former President Trump's assassination attempt. Rep. Chip Roy's inquiry prompted Wray's revelation about the individual's internal disciplinary referral.
FBI Director Christopher Wray appeared before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, facing scrutiny over the agency's handling of the July 13 Trump rally shooting in Butler, Pennsylvania. Among the revelations, Wray disclosed that an FBI employee is subject to an internal investigation for posting "outrageous" and "inappropriate" comments regarding former President Trump's assassination attempt.
FBI Director Christopher Wray Testifies on Secret Service Role in Trump Assassination Attempt
Wray's testimony arose in response to Rep. Chip Roy's (R-Texas) inquiry on whether any FBI agents had expressed disappointment that Trump survived the assassination attempt. Wray stated that he was unaware of such inappropriate rhetoric, acknowledging only one instance of an individual making an unacceptable post.
The agency's director referred the individual to the FBI's inspection division, an internal affairs investigative arm responsible for disciplinary proceedings. Wray declined to provide details regarding the post's platform, the individual's title, or employment status.
FBI Director Christopher Wray Testifies on Secret Service Role in Trump Assassination Attempt
During the explosive testimony, Wray also shed light on the gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, revealing that he had searched for details about President John F. Kennedy's assassination and flew a drone near the rally site just hours before Trump took the stage.
Wray acknowledged that the FBI had not yet determined how Crooks gained access to the roof of the building where he aimed at Trump, but they ruled out the use of a ladder.
FBI Director Christopher Wray Testifies on Secret Service Role in Trump Assassination Attempt
Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned just a day before Wray's testimony, facing pressure from Democrats and Republicans over security failures at the Trump rally.
Rep. Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.) raised concerns that Crooks potentially received assistance from individuals or groups. Wray responded that the investigation was ongoing and declined to speculate on the possibility.
FBI Director Christopher Wray Testifies on Secret Service Role in Trump Assassination Attempt
Wray emphasized that the FBI is committed to investigating all threats against public officials and holding accountable any individuals within the agency who engage in inappropriate or illegal behavior.
The FBI Director's testimony highlighted the ongoing efforts to address security concerns after the assassination attempt on former President Trump. The investigation into the gunman and the agency's internal probe continue, and further revelations are expected as the investigation progresses.
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