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FBI Analysts Linked to Controversial Memo on Catholic Extremism Fired

Several FBI analysts involved in a disputed memo regarding potential threats from Catholic 'violent extremists' have been terminated. This move is part of a broader personnel purge under Director Kash Patel, raising concerns about political motivations within the agency.

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