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Three FBI Agents Sue Over Terminations Following Trump Investigation Involvement

Three former FBI agents have filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination. The agents state their dismissals occurred after their involvement in investigations concerning former President Donald Trump. FBI Director Kash Patel oversaw their terminations.

08/16/2026 · California edition

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Three former FBI agents have initiated a lawsuit challenging their terminations from the agency. The agents allege their dismissals stem from their involvement in investigations related to former President Donald Trump.

FBI Director Kash Patel oversaw the agents' terminations. The lawsuit states these actions are part of a broader series of personnel changes within the FBI. These changes have affected employees who participated in investigations involving Mr. Trump.

The agents claim their firings were unjustified. They seek reinstatement and damages through their legal action. The lawsuit names the FBI and the Department of Justice as defendants. Representatives for the FBI and the Justice Department have not yet commented publicly on the ongoing litigation. The court has not yet set a hearing date for the case.

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