KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As expected, new Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach nominated a former political rival as the new head of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.
Kobach has formally nominated Tony Mattivi, a former federal prosecutor who finished third in the Republican primary for the AG post in August, for the top KBI post on Monday after his inauguration.
“On Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and as my first official act, I’m delighted to appoint Tony Mattivi as director of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation,” Kobach said. “He will be an exceptional leader in Kansas law enforcement.”
Mattivi would replace outgoing KBI Director Kirk Thompson, who last month announced plans to retire, which became officially effective Tuesday.
“Today on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, I want to extend my sincere thanks to all the law enforcement officers across Kansas who dedicate their lives to the honorable and courageous profession of law enforcement,” Mattivi said. “As the newly nominated director of the KBI, I plan to do everything I can to support and enhance the ability of Kansas law enforcement officers to accomplish their vital roles of protecting and serving our communities.”
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