FBI co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey is stepping down from the bureau after about one year in the newly created position, NBC News reports. NBC News also says two people familiar with the matter confirm his departure. ABC News reports Bailey resigns, citing personal reasons, and Fox News similarly describes the move as based on his decision to prioritize family.
Bailey joined the FBI in September 2025 to work alongside then-Deputy Director Dan Bongino. NBC News reports he is involved in efforts under FBI Director Kash Patel and provides additional details about the timing and context of his announcement. Across outlets, the core points align on his resignation from the FBI and his stated rationale, while coverage differs mainly in how they characterize the circumstances and any discussion of continuity of leadership and reform efforts after Patel’s direction.
