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Andrew McCabe
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| Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation | |
| Acting May 9, 2017 – August 2, 2017 |
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| President | Donald Trump |
| Preceded by | James Comey |
| Succeeded by | Christopher A. Wray |
| 16th Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation | |
| In office February 1, 2016 – January 29, 2018 |
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| President | Barack Obama Donald Trump |
| Director | James Comey Himself (acting) Christopher A. Wray |
| Preceded by | Mark F. Giuliano |
| Succeeded by | David Bowdich |
| Associate Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation | |
| In office July 30, 2015 – February 1, 2016 |
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| President | Barack Obama |
| Director | James Comey |
| Preceded by | Kevin Perkins |
| Succeeded by | David Bowdich |
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Andrew George McCabe
March 18, 1968 Flushing, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Jill McCabe |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | Duke University (BA) Washington University in St. Louis (JD) |
Andrew George McCabe (born March 18, 1968) is an American lawyer. He worked for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for many years. From February 2016 to March 2018, he was the Deputy Director of the FBI.
McCabe also served as the acting Director of the FBI for a short time. This was from May to August 2017. He became acting director after James Comey was dismissed. Later, Christopher A. Wray was appointed as the new director.
After leaving the FBI, McCabe became a professor. He teaches at George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government. He has also worked as a contributor for CNN since 2019.
In 2018, McCabe was dismissed from the FBI just before his planned retirement. He disagreed with this decision. In 2021, he settled a lawsuit with the Justice Department. This settlement meant his dismissal was reversed. His records now show he retired in good standing.
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Early Life and Career
Andrew McCabe was born in 1968. He went to The Bolles School in Florida. After high school, he studied at Duke University. He earned his law degree from Washington University in St. Louis in 1993.
Before joining the FBI, McCabe worked as a private lawyer. He joined the FBI in 1996. He started his career in the New York Field Office. While there, he was part of the FBI's SWAT team.
In 2003, he became a supervisor. He worked on cases involving organized crime. Later, he held important jobs in the FBI's counterterrorism and national security divisions. He also helped investigate the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing.
Deputy Director of the FBI (2016–2018)
In January 2016, FBI Director James Comey chose McCabe to be the Deputy Director. He officially started this role on February 1, 2016.
In July 2016, the FBI began an investigation. It looked into whether the Trump campaign was working with the Russian government. Both Comey and McCabe were informed about this investigation.
Acting FBI Director
On May 9, 2017, McCabe became the acting Director of the FBI. This happened after President Donald Trump dismissed James Comey. When the director is removed, the deputy director usually steps in.
McCabe served as acting director until August 2, 2017. At that time, Christopher A. Wray was confirmed as the new FBI Director. McCabe then returned to his role as Deputy Director.
Investigations and Departure
During his time as Deputy Director, McCabe faced some challenges. There were questions about his role in certain investigations. These concerns were looked into by the Department of Justice's Inspector General.
In March 2018, McCabe stepped down as Deputy Director. He then went on leave. Just before his scheduled retirement, he was dismissed from the FBI. The Attorney General stated the decision was based on reports. These reports said McCabe had shared information improperly and had not been truthful.
McCabe disagreed with these claims. He believed his dismissal was politically motivated. He filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department.
Lawsuit and Resolution
In August 2019, McCabe filed a lawsuit. He argued that his firing was wrong. He said it was due to political reasons. He wanted his full pension and benefits restored.
In October 2021, McCabe reached a settlement with the Justice Department. As part of the agreement, his dismissal was reversed. His official records now show that he retired in good standing. He also received his pension and legal fees.
In 2022, it was reported that McCabe, along with James Comey, had been chosen for a special IRS audit. An investigation later found that these audits were randomly selected. They were not due to political reasons.
Personal Life
McCabe is married to Jill McCabe. She is a doctor who specializes in helping children. In 2015, she ran for a political office in Virginia.
Andrew and Jill McCabe have two children, a son and a daughter. McCabe is also a triathlete. He enjoys biking to work from his home in Ashburn, Virginia. Sometimes, he would bike 35 miles to work.
Works
- The Threat: How the FBI Protects America in the Age of Terror and Trump (St. Martin's Press, released February 19, 2019) ISBN: 9781250207579
See Also
- Russian interference in the 2016 United States elections
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McCabe speaking in 2016
