The FBI has reassigned agents who were photographed kneeling with demonstrators during a 2020 protest following George Floyd's killing, viewed as demotions by many. The reassignments come nearly five years after the incident, with no explanation provided for the role changes. The FBI declined to comment on the matter, and affected agents did not respond to requests for comment. The move is part of a broader effort by new FBI leaders to address perceived politicization within the agency, sparking concerns about bypassing regular disciplinary processes. The incident occurred during protests in Washington, DC, where agents knelt to deescalate tensions, leading to internal controversy and division within the FBI.
Source: https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/30/politics/fbi-agents-blm-protest/index.html