Louis Freeh
American lawyer and FBI Director
Born
January 6th, 1950
75 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 10th Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation from 1993 to 2001. Oversaw significant investigations, including the Olympic Park bombing in Atlanta in 1996. Led the FBI during a critical period marked by increased focus on terrorism following the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. After leaving the FBI, engaged in private sector legal work and became a prominent speaker on law enforcement and security issues.
Oversaw the FBI during the 9/11 attacks
Handled investigations of the 1996 Olympic Park bombing
Directed the FBI's response to the 1993 World Trade Center bombing
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