US EditionFBI agents who had accused bureau of politicization during Biden administration reach settlements
The FBI agreed to pay lump sum damages and restore back pay and benefits after over 12 years of retaliation, reinstating three whistleblowers who exposed politicization and misconduct.
- The Justice Department reached settlement agreements on August 26, 2025, with 10 current and former FBI whistleblowers over alleged retaliation during the Biden administration.
- The whistleblowers claimed they faced demotions, suspension, security clearance revocation, and unpaid leave for expressing personal and political views about January 6 and COVID-19 policies.
- The agreements provide lump-sum damage payments, reimbursement of lost wages and benefits, and the return to active duty for agents including Garret O’Boyle, Steve Friend, and Zachery Schoffstall.
- Senator Chuck Grassley expressed that these 10 whistleblowers faced significant bureaucratic resistance that brought about serious financial and emotional difficulties. He added that their lives were disrupted for an extended period, but he remained committed to advocating on their behalf until justice was achieved.
- The settlements close a painful chapter for the whistleblowers but highlight ongoing challenges in addressing politicization and retaliation within the FBI.
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10 FBI whistleblowers – who warned of ‘political weaponization’ and faced retaliation from Biden admin – reach settlements with DOJ
Ten FBI whistleblowers punished by the Biden administration for reporting instances of “political weaponization” within the bureau will receive lump sum payments for damages as part of settlement agreements made with the Justice Department, Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) announced Tuesday.
FBI Agents Who Accused Bureau of Politicization Under Biden Reach Settlements
The Justice Department has reached settlements with a group of current and former FBI agents who have said they were disciplined for invoking personal and political views, including about the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot and the COVID-19 vaccine, or for clashing with...
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FBI agents who had accused bureau of politicization during Biden administration reach settlements
The Justice Department has reached settlements with a group of current and former FBI agents who have said they were disciplined for invoking their political beliefs or clashing with supervisors about approaches to investigations.
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