FBI Deputy Director Andrew Bailey Announces Departure
Andrew Bailey, an FBI deputy director based in Washington, announced his departure from the position after serving just over a year, with plans to return to Missouri.
Burlington Plattsburgh, VT, September 28, 2026 — Andrew Bailey, who held the position of FBI deputy director based in Washington, has announced his departure from the bureau. The announcement comes after Mr. Bailey served in the role for just over one year.
According to the announcement, Mr. Bailey intends to return to Missouri following his departure from the FBI. Specific details regarding the exact date of his departure or his future plans in Missouri were not immediately available.
Mr. Bailey’s tenure as deputy director saw him working within the Federal Bureau of Investigation in its Washington headquarters. The role of deputy director is a significant leadership position within the agency. Information concerning the circumstances or specific reasons for his departure beyond his stated intent to relocate to Missouri were not provided.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has not yet issued a statement regarding Mr. Bailey’s departure or named a successor for the deputy director role. The FBI typically has multiple deputy directors overseeing various operational and administrative functions. The duration of Mr. Bailey’s service, a period exceeding twelve months, places his departure within a common timeframe for senior leadership roles in federal agencies.
Further details on the transition and Mr. Bailey’s professional activities post-FBI are anticipated to be released as they become available.
Story summarized from the original created by ERIC TUCKER, Associated Press on www.mychamplainvalley.com, see more information here.
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