Nicole Parker

OPINION February 26

FBI failed to vet confidential source's claims in a timely way

Americans have new reason to wonder about FBI processes as one of their confidential sources is accusing of lying, though he was told to be truthful 20 separate times over 10 years.

OPINION September 11, 2023

On 9/11 I saw pure evil up close as people jumped to their deaths. I also saw the best of humanity

I witnessed the horror of 9/11 up close in New York City in 2001. The unfathomable was unfolding right before my eyes. On that same day I also witnessed the best of humanity.

OPINION August 7, 2023

FBI wrecked its reputation. Fixing it requires these essential things

Americans have lost trust in what used to be a revered institution – the FBI. It will take time and a change in leadership to fix the many things that are broken.

OPINION June 6, 2023

I was an FBI agent when two top agents were murdered. Bureau was focused on social justice

I was an FBI agent when two good agents were murdered. It wasn’t just the horror of losing a colleague, I lost a friend. Bureau was focused on social justice.

OPINION May 10, 2023

I'm a former FBI special agent, here's why I want you to Back the Blue

National Police Week began on May 9. Always remember that Americans who choose law enforcement and military occupations risk their lives while doing their job. They are true heroes.

OPINION April 4, 2023

I was not a FBI quota hire, and no one should be

As a woman, I do not believe it is appropriate to reduce any hiring requirement or process to accommodate my gender. One should be hired based on their merit. Period.

OPINION February 17, 2023

I was an FBI agent who told Parkland parents the unthinkable. Here's what I saw there

The fifth anniversary of the tragic school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida was observed on February 14. Seventeen students and staff were killed.

OPINION January 12, 2023

Why I left the FBI

I worked in Miami as an FBI Special Agent from 2009 until 2022. Finally, I felt I had to walk away from the career and the job I once loved. Here's why I decided to go.