Former President Trump said he wants the FBI headquarters to stay in Washington, D.C., despite the controversy over its new location.
Trump expressed his idea of building the new FBI building in D.C. as part of his plan to improve the city. Trump stated this on Truth Social on Tuesday..
Trump also emphasized the need for the FBI to be close to the DOJ building for better collaboration, favoring a short walk over a long drive to Maryland.
The Biden administration chose Greenbelt, Md., as the new location for the FBI’s headquarters, after a long selection process. Trump complained about this decision during his presidency.The FBI's move to Maryland was chosen over other options in Landover, Md., or Springfield, Va.
The FBI wanted a new location due to outgrowing the J. Edgar Hoover Building in D.C. The new headquarters is planned next to the Greenbelt Metro station.
During his time in office, Trump opposed moving the headquarters to the suburbs because it would impact his nearby hotel.
In a recent social media post, Trump argued that having the FBI headquarters in D.C. would help reduce crime in the city.
Trump emphasized the importance of having the FBI in D.C. to tackle violent crime.
After Trump left office, some GOP members considered relocating the headquarters to Alabama.
The Biden administration's choice of Maryland over Virginia was criticized. This decision sparked strong criticism. State leaders expressed deep disappointment with the choice made in November.
Lawmakers from Virginia called for an investigation into the selection process, raising concerns about the choice of Greenbelt, Md. Following the decision, FBI Director Christopher Wray raised concerns about fairness and transparency in the process and GSA’s failure to stick to its site selection plan.
Wray addressed FBI staff in a letter. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) agreed to review the process following Wray’s letter. Trump reiterated his support for keeping the FBI headquarters in Washington, D.C., amid the ongoing controversy over the bureau’s new headquarters location.
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) agreed to start a review of the process following Wray’s letter.
