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Patel also addressed plans to move the FBI headquarters from the aging Hoover building, which has suffered from safety concerns large enough to require structural reinforcements. The current relocation strategy aims to consolidate various scattered offices within the D.C. area into a new location closer to the Department of Justice and other key agencies. This transition, Patel claims, is not only designed for improved operational efficiency but also to underscore the agency's commitment to the safety and well-being of its employees and the public.
In discussing this move, Patel noted the importance of proximity to partners in the Justice Department, explaining that daily briefings and discussions critical to their work are often hampered by long commutes from distant locations.