Retiring FBI chief: Critics claim to like "independence and objectivity" until it hurts them

FBI Director Christopher Wray announced his early retirement, citing a desire to avoid further entanglement in political controversies. His tenure was marked by criticism from both President Trump and his allies, as well as the Biden administration. Wray emphasized the importance of fact-based investigations, independent of political pressure, during a "60 Minutes" interview. He defended the FBI's actions in investigating Trump's handling of classified documents and attempts to overturn the 2020 election. Wray stated that the FBI only resorts to search warrants after exhausting less intrusive methods. He denied any White House interference in FBI investigations. He highlighted the challenges of maintaining objectivity in the face of political opposition, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the rule of law. Wray identified China's targeting of US infrastructure and online radicalization as major threats. He cited the New Orleans New Year's Day attack as an example of online radicalization leading to terrorism. Wray's departure leaves the FBI facing ongoing political scrutiny and significant national security concerns.