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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was created by an executive order. It was established on July 26, 1908, by then-Attorney General Charles J. Bonaparte. The order was issued under the authority of President Theodore Roosevelt. The FBI's original purpose was to investigate and enforce federal laws.

Later, the FBI's authority and responsibilities were expanded, and its structure and functions were codified by various laws over the years. One significant piece of legislation was the Judiciary Act of 1934, also known as the "FBI Act," which officially established the FBI and defined its jurisdiction and powers.

The elimination of a federal agency, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), would typically require legislative action rather than being achieved solely through an executive order. The establishment, organization, and termination of federal agencies are generally governed by statutes passed by Congress.

In the case of the FBI, its existence and powers are defined by various laws, including the Judiciary Act of 1934 (also known as the "FBI Act"). To eliminate or significantly alter the FBI, Congress would need to pass legislation expressly addressing such changes. This legislative process would involve debates, committee reviews, and voting in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

While the President has the authority to issue executive orders, these orders must comply with existing laws and the Constitution. An executive order alone is unlikely to dissolve a federal agency like the FBI if it contradicts statutory provisions.

In summary, the elimination of the FBI would require congressional action, and it cannot be achieved solely through an executive order.