Disgraced former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe described an atmosphere of “terror” and “panic” within the bureau as agents await the confirmation of Kash Patel as FBI director. McCabe, who approved a surveillance warrant targeting Trump campaign officials based on unverified research, now serves as a CNN analyst. He warned that Patel’s confirmation could lead to “chaos” and mass resignations among FBI agents.

McCabe also criticized the Trump Department of Justice’s decision to fire dozens of senior FBI officials, including those involved in the January 6 investigations. He argued that FBI agents should not be affected by political shifts. Despite defending the FBI as nonpartisan, McCabe expressed concern over potential terminations, claiming it would devastate agents’ careers. He called the situation “disgraceful,” accusing Trump of engaging in “unlawful” actions, a claim that contrasts with McCabe’s own controversial role in the Trump investigation.