FBI agents fired for taking the knee sue over termination
A dozen former FBI agents have filed a wrongful termination lawsuit in U.S. District Court, claiming they were unlawfully dismissed for kneeling during racial justice protests following George Floyd's death in 2020. The suit, which names FBI Director Kash Patel among the defendants, alleges their firings were ordered by the Trump administration. The plaintiffs, including nine women, argue that the terminations were part of a retribution campaign against those who participated in the protests. The case follows a previous lawsuit by former senior FBI leaders contesting similar dismissals, highlighting ongoing tensions within the Bureau. The outcome could have significant implications for agency policies and employee rights regarding political expression
