 Prime Minister Thơ's approach to removing Diệm supporters from positions of influence drew criticism.Some felt that he was not vigorous enough in removing pro-Diệm elements from authority, but pro-Diệm elements opposed the turnover, some claiming it was excessive and vengeful.One contentious non-removal was Trí, who had gained notoriety for his anti-Buddhist crackdowns in the central region around Huế.