At least 15 FBI agents were fired Friday following their actions during the 2020 George Floyd protests. The agents were involved in securing federal buildings and some were photographed kneeling to de-escalate tensions. The FBI declined to comment, citing personnel matters, while the FBI Agents Association condemned the firings as "unlawful" and a violation of due process. The association criticized FBI leadership for alleged patterns of breaking the law and weakening the bureau. These terminations occur amidst other lawsuits alleging firings to appease former President Trump.

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