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FBI Director Christopher Wray announced on Wednesday he will resign his post when President-elect Donald Trump takes over next month.

Wray to resign, paving way for smoother Patel confirmation

FBI Director Christopher Wray announced on Wednesday he will resign his post when President-elect Donald Trump takes over next month, a major boost for Kash Patel’s chances of leading the FBI.

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