Edgar Hoover didn't play any tricks this time. By the next day, he went to the Department of Justice to meet with the Cabinet member from the Coolidge era, the Attorney General John Sargent!
Faced with Edgar Hoover's resignation, John Sargent showed a surprised expression, followed by attempts to retain him, although his efforts were evidently ineffective.
Thus, ultimately, John Sargent agreed to Edgar Hoover's resignation.
However, because the FBI is a powerful organization, John Sargent also hoped Edgar Hoover could hold on until their Department of Justice selected the new FBI director.
On this point, Edgar Hoover did not refuse, knowing it was the normal procedure!
After Edgar Hoover left, John Sargent revealed a slight smile.
But the smile quickly disappeared because the phone on his desk rang.
"Who is this?"
John Sargent picked up the phone.
"Hello, Minister Sargent, this is Donnie Block!"
"Ah, it's Mr. Block!" John Sargent responded with a smile.
