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Outgoing Chicago FBI chief tells team to 'keep the FBI mission alive' as speculation swirls about his exit
Douglas DePodesta, the FBI special agent in charge of the Chicago Field Office, announced his departure, citing that his commitment to the FBI's mission led to his exit. The FBI responded by emphasizing its achievements under President Trump's leadership, while DePodesta's departure has raised questions amid ongoing issues in Chicago's federal law enforcement community.
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