The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), under the direction of Director Kash Patel, has terminated the employment of at least 6 to 10 agents and support staff who participated in the 2022 probe into President Donald Trump's retention of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago, multiple credible sources confirmed Wednesday.
The affected personnel were part of the team that contributed to the investigation led by former Special Counsel Jack Smith.
That case, which involved a high-profile search of the Mar-a-Lago property and resulted in federal charges against President Trump (later dismissed by a Trump-appointed judge), centered on allegations of mishandling classified records and obstructing efforts to recover them.
President Trump has consistently denied any wrongdoing. These latest dismissals are part of an ongoing personnel review and broader reforms within the Bureau.
The actions follow revelations that, during the prior administration, the FBI subpoenaed phone metadata and communication records of then-private citizens, including now-FBI Director Kash Patel and current White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, as part of the documents inquiry.
Director Patel has described the subpoenaing of his own records and those of other individuals as "outrageous and deeply alarming," citing concerns over lack of oversight and improper use of investigative tools.
The FBI continues to prioritize restoring public trust through accountability, transparency, and alignment with lawful priorities.
These personnel decisions reflect a commitment to addressing perceived misconduct in past operations while ensuring the Bureau focuses on its core mission of protecting the American people.