The FBI is led by a Director, who is appointed by the U.S. President and confirmed by the Senate for a term not to exceed 10 years. The current Director is Christopher Wray. You can find information on all Directors who have served the FBI on our History website.
Most directors and deputy directors, and most assistants require Senate appointments. Most of them are "silly", but if you think about it since this is a "10 year appointment" they should absolutely have that requirement. Even though a president can fire them.
https://www.fbi.gov/about/faqs/who-is-the-head-of-the-fbi
Most directors and deputy directors, and most assistants require Senate appointments. Most of them are "silly", but if you think about it since this is a "10 year appointment" they should absolutely have that requirement. Even though a president can fire them.