Staff Reports
The scandal brewing within the FBI’s ranks is hardly shocking, but it continues to draw eyebrows—especially considering the political climate. Jeffrey Veltri, the Special Agent in Charge of the investigation into the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, has found himself in hot water. Allegations have emerged that his anti-Trump bias runs so deep that FBI whistleblowers have accused him of not only harboring intense animosity toward the former president but also retaliating against colleagues who dare to support Trump.
The FBI whistleblower in question went so far as to reveal that Veltri had been instructed to tidy up his social media accounts to disguise his anti-Trump rhetoric prior to his promotion. While some people might find it typical for a government agency to promote individuals based on their qualifications rather than their political opinions, this situation makes that assumption increasingly hard to believe. It seems Mr. Veltri, who previously served in leadership roles steeped in political favoritism, was more devoted to a partisan cause than to the bureau’s purported mission.
As @JudicialWatch was first to alert you: FBI official leading Trump assassination probe accused of anti-Trump bias – https://t.co/hyYLJaN7H5 – @washtimes
— Tom Fitton (@TomFitton) September 17, 2024
Further complicating matters, the FBI leadership, including Director Christopher Wray and Deputy Director Paul Abbate, supposedly colluded to scrub Veltri’s social media footprints. Rather than address concerns about Veltri’s prejudices, their priority appeared to be concealing any evidence of political bias from public scrutiny. It gives new meaning to the term “house cleaning.” One can’t help but wonder whether this “cleansing” process is more about protecting positions and careers than preserving integrity in the investigation.
With Trump being the subject of various attempts on his safety—one of which occurred at his own golf club in Florida—one would think the investigation would be approached with the utmost professionalism and neutrality. Yet, Veltri’s appointment raises eyebrows and concern. As Florida Governor Ron DeSantis pointedly noted, the federal government is hardly synonymous with transparency, especially when the figures in charge have questionable loyalties and biases.
Judging by recent discussions and actions from figures like Tom Fitton of Judicial Watch, skepticism regarding the FBI’s involvement in politically charged investigations is growing. DeSantis’ decision to initiate a state-run investigation into the assassination attempt only adds to the already swirling storm of doubt. The FBI has already made a name for itself by drawing a line in the sand when it comes to partisan politics. Now, it seems that Veltri and his associates might just be proof that biases do permeate the highest echelons of the bureau, shaping how they pursue their missions—or whether they bother to pursue them at all.
