Kash Patel confirmed as Trump's FBI Director sending shockwaves through D.C. as he shakes up the 'Deep State'
1 month ago

Kash Patel confirmed as Trump's FBI Director sending shockwaves through D.C. as he shakes up the 'Deep State'

Daily Mail  

MAGA loyalist Kash Patel has been confirmed by the Senate as Donald Trump's FBI Director. Patel, 44, was confirmed to replace former FBI director Christopher Wray, who Trump also nominated during his first term before turning on him. Senate Republicans vote to confirm Kash Patel as the director of the FBI Collins on Thursday announced she would vote 'no' on Patel's confirmation just hours before the vote. Patel being sworn in for his confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on January 30, 2025 Patel's nomination was advanced out of committee last week along party lines after a brutal confirmation hearing last month where Patel was forced to address allegations that he would use the bureau to seek retribution against Trump's foes.

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Kash Patel reflects on how Hindu principles inspire FBI Director's journey
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22 hours, 28 minutes ago

Kash Patel reflects on how Hindu principles inspire FBI Director's journey

Hindustan Times  

Ever since FBI Director Kash Patel published his personal article about his Hindu background on X, he created a widespread conversation about how his cultural roots shaped his leadership approach. The piece, titled ‘FBI Director Kash Patel: A Hindu Warrior in Washington’s Political Battlefield,’ was published by India Tribune, a Chicago-based news website. “Kashyap ‘Kash’ Patel, 45, a Hindu and …

Kash Patel shares article on how Hindu values shaped his leadership journey
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2 days ago

Kash Patel shares article on how Hindu values shaped his leadership journey

India Today  

FBI Director Kash Patel recently posted an article on social media, speaking about how his Hindu upbringing has shaped his leadership style. The article soon went viral, particularly amongst Indian-American and pro-MAGA circles, providing a glimpse into the personal beliefs of a man who is otherwise known for his work in US government politics as well as his fight against …

How Kash Patel could quietly — and even legally — use the FBI to target Trump critics
1 week, 6 days ago

How Kash Patel could quietly — and even legally — use the FBI to target Trump critics

Salon  

Government agents interviewing your co-workers and friends, examining your phone data, rummaging through your trash, email history and transaction records — if the Federal Bureau of Investigation deems you a threat to national security, its agents don't need a judge or a warrant to launch an intrusive investigation. Indeed, FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino's loyalty to …

FBI Director Patel asked for private security team and personal direct line to Trump: WSJ
2 weeks, 3 days ago

FBI Director Patel asked for private security team and personal direct line to Trump: WSJ

Raw Story  

Donald Trump's new FBI director is breaking down the wall that is supposed to exist between his department and the Oval Office with a series of requests that would have been unthinkable during previous administrations. According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, Kash Patel, a longtime ally of the president who was confirmed by the narrowest of margins …

He's going to do a great job: Trump praises FBI's Kash Patel in Congress speech
3 weeks ago

He's going to do a great job: Trump praises FBI's Kash Patel in Congress speech

India Today  

US President Donald Trump thanked FBI Director Kash Patel during his first joint session address to Congress, crediting him with restoring trust in a justice system he claimed had been "weaponised" against political opponents. In a sweeping and emotional joint address to Congress, Donald Trump touched on key policy victories, recognised American heroes, and took a victory lap of his …

Kash Patel's first actions as FBI head leave onlookers puzzled
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Kash Patel's first actions as FBI head leave onlookers puzzled

Raw Story  

New FBI Director Kash Patel hit the ground running with a to do list once he took over — and his priorities have left some puzzled. In the past, FBI directors wouldn't attend social events, "to avoid being alone with a lawmaker or chief executive who might make an uncomfortable request," the Journal reported. Patel said in a podcast that …

Kash Patel privately agreed to hire an experienced deputy FBI director. Then Trump picked a loyalist
1 month ago

Kash Patel privately agreed to hire an experienced deputy FBI director. Then Trump picked a loyalist

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy FBI Director Kash Patel reportedly privately agreed with an FBI …

Trump’s Cabinet members have already backtracked on some promises made before being confirmed
1 month ago

Trump’s Cabinet members have already backtracked on some promises made before being confirmed

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — As they mustered support for their confirmations by the U.S. Senate, some of President Donald Trump’s appointees made statements from which they’ve already distanced themselves upon taking office. Bara wrote in an internal newsletter to members sent Feb. 23 that Patel had agreed during a January meeting with her that the FBI deputy director “should continue to be …

New FBI Director Kash Patel is sworn in as acting ATF chief, AP source says
1 month ago

New FBI Director Kash Patel is sworn in as acting ATF chief, AP source says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — New FBI Director Kash Patel was sworn in Monday as acting chief of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, taking the helm of two separate and sprawling Justice Department agencies, according to a person familiar with the matter. Democrats raised alarm at Patel’s nomination for FBI director over his lack of management experience compared to past …

Trump to name new FBI Director Kash Patel as ATF head
1 month ago

Trump to name new FBI Director Kash Patel as ATF head

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Newly-confirmed FBI Director Kash Patel is expected to be named …

Anand Mahindra’s priceless response to X user suggesting a Thar gift for FBI director Kash Patel: 'Ye shaks...'
1 month ago

Anand Mahindra’s priceless response to X user suggesting a Thar gift for FBI director Kash Patel: 'Ye shaks...'

Hindustan Times  

Industrialist Anand Mahindra, known for his engaging social media presence, recently posted about Kash Patel, the newly appointed Director of the FBI. Sharing a picture of Patel on X, Mahindra captioned it: Anand Mahindra’s reply to an X user sparked buzz about gifting a Thar to new FBI Director Kash Patel. A fan’s request and Mahindra’s witty reply Among the …

New FBI Director Kash Patel will also be named acting head of the ATF, official says
1 month ago

New FBI Director Kash Patel will also be named acting head of the ATF, official says

The Hindu  

New FBI Director Kash Patel is expected to be named the acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, a Justice Department official said Saturday. Mr. Patel was sworn in Friday as FBI director after winning Senate approval despite Democrats’ concerns about the steadfast Trump ally’s plans to radically overhaul the FBI. Ms. Bondi said in a …

FBI Director Kash Patel pushes back against Elon Musk’s productivity questions: ’For now, please pause any responses’
1 month ago

FBI Director Kash Patel pushes back against Elon Musk’s productivity questions: ’For now, please pause any responses’

Live Mint  

FBI Director Kash Patel has reportedly taken a firm stance in response to Elon Musk’s inquiry about the agency's productivity. Thank you, Kash Patel Trump to name FBI chief Patel as acting ATF director After winning Senate approval, Patel was sworn in Friday as FBI director despite Democrats' concerns about the steadfast Trump ally's plans to overhaul the FBI radically. …

New FBI Director Kash Patel will also be named acting head of the ATF, official says
1 month ago

New FBI Director Kash Patel will also be named acting head of the ATF, official says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — New FBI Director Kash Patel is expected to be named the acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, a Justice Department official said Saturday. Patel was sworn in Friday as FBI director after winning Senate approval despite Democrats’ concerns about the steadfast Trump ally’s plans to radically overhaul the FBI. Bondi said in a …

Kash Patel, FBI’s new director, planning to relocate 1,500 agency employees from Washington: Report
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1 month ago

Kash Patel, FBI’s new director, planning to relocate 1,500 agency employees from Washington: Report

Live Mint  

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s newly appointed Director Kash Patel is planning to relocate up to 1,000 agency employees from Washington to field offices and move an additional 500 to a large bureau facility in Huntsville in Alabama, reported news agency AP. “Director Patel has made clear his promise to the American public that FBI agents will be in communities …

Anand Mahindra reacts as Kash Patel becomes new FBI director: ‘Doesn’t look like you can...’
1 month ago

Anand Mahindra reacts as Kash Patel becomes new FBI director: ‘Doesn’t look like you can...’

Live Mint  

Mahindra and Mahindra Group's Chairman, Anand Mahindra, on Saturday, February 22, reacted to Kash Patel becoming the new director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation through a social media post on platform X. Doesn’t look like you can mess with this guy… Mind it,” said Anand Mahindra in his post on X. Netizens React People on the social media platform …

Kash Patel takes charge as FBI director; here’s what he said on bringing ‘major changes in FBI’
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1 month ago

Kash Patel takes charge as FBI director; here’s what he said on bringing ‘major changes in FBI’

Live Mint  

Kash Patel was sworn in as the FBI director, describing the opportunity to lead the nation's top federal law enforcement agency as the "greatest honour" of his life. "I think he'll go down as the best ever at that position," President Donald Trump told reporters Friday ahead of the White House swearing-in on Friday, which was conducted by Attorney General …

New FBI director Kash Patel plans to relocate up to 1,500 employees
1 month ago

New FBI director Kash Patel plans to relocate up to 1,500 employees

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy New FBI Director Kash …

Kash Patel Sworn In As FBI Director, Takes Oath On Bhagavad Gita
1 month ago

Kash Patel Sworn In As FBI Director, Takes Oath On Bhagavad Gita

ABP News  

Indian-American Kash Patel was officially sworn in as the ninth director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation by US Attorney General Pam Bondi on Friday. #WATCH | Washington | Kash Patel takes oath on the Bhagavad Gita, as the 9th Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. #WATCH | Washington | Director of the FBI, Kash Patel says, "I am …

Kash Patel sworn in as new FBI director, calls it 'greatest honour'
1 month ago

Kash Patel sworn in as new FBI director, calls it 'greatest honour'

Deccan Chronicle  

Kash Patel was sworn in as the FBI director and he called the opportunity to lead the nation's premier federal law enforcement agency the "greatest honour" of his life.Patel was confirmed by the Senate on Thursday by a 51-49 margin, with two Republican lawmakers, Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, breaking party ranks and voting against him. …

Letters to the Editor: Kash Patel confirmed as FBI director: Welcome back, J. Edgar Hoover
1 month ago

Letters to the Editor: Kash Patel confirmed as FBI director: Welcome back, J. Edgar Hoover

LA Times  

Kash Patel, seen before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Jan. 30, was confirmed Thursday as FBI director. With the confirmation of Kash Patel to direct the FBI, the agency can now return to the days when Hoover, its first and longest-serving director, sought retribution against his enemies, illegally tapped phones and spread malicious gossip against leaders such as Martin Luther …

Kash Patel had floor cleared at FBI with staffers told to pack up their desks: MSNBC
1 month ago

Kash Patel had floor cleared at FBI with staffers told to pack up their desks: MSNBC

Raw Story  

Donald Trump's choice to be the new director of the FBI got off to a rough start on Thursday after he was confirmed by the Republican-controlled Senate by only two votes. According to MSNBC's Ken Dilanian, on Friday the controversial Kash Patel struck a "conciliatory" tone with employees of the FBI, which was a change from his first encounter. Speaking …

U.S. Senate confirms Trump loyalist Kash Patel to head FBI
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1 month ago

U.S. Senate confirms Trump loyalist Kash Patel to head FBI

Raw Story  

by Chris Lefkow The Republican-controlled U.S. Senate on Thursday confirmed Kash Patel, a staunch loyalist who has threatened to go after President Donald Trump's political enemies, as director of the FBI, the country's top law enforcement agency. Democratic Senator Dick Durbin, in a Senate speech opposing Patel's nomination, said he is "dangerously, politically extreme" and has "repeatedly expressed his intention …

Trump Aide Congratulates New FBI Director Kash Patel With Bollywood-Inspired Meme
1 month ago

Trump Aide Congratulates New FBI Director Kash Patel With Bollywood-Inspired Meme

ABP News  

After Indian-origin Kash Patel was confirmed to be the director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, US President Donald Trump's assistant and White House Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino used a Bollywood meme to congratulate him. ALOS READ: Three Buses Explode In Tel Aviv In Suspected Terror Attack, No Casualties Reported Two moderate Republicans, Senators Susan Collins of Maine …

Kash Patel as Bajirao: Donald Trump aide uses Bollywood meme to congratulate new FBI chief
1 month ago

Kash Patel as Bajirao: Donald Trump aide uses Bollywood meme to congratulate new FBI chief

Live Mint  

Indian-origin Kash Patel, a strong ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, has been confirmed as the director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, after securing a 51-49 vote in the Senate. To congratulate Patel on his new role, Trump's assistant and White House Deputy Chief of Staff, Dan Scavino, took a playful approach by sharing a dance clip from the …

US Senate confirms Kash Patel to head FBI
1 month ago

US Senate confirms Kash Patel to head FBI

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: The Republican-controlled US Senate on Thursday confirmed Kash Patel, a staunch loyalist of President Donald Trump, to be director of the FBI, the country's top law enforcement agency. The vote was split along party lines with the exception of two Republican senators, Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, who voted not to confirm Patel to head …

Kash Patel’s first warning as FBI chief: ‘We will hunt you down’
1 month ago

Kash Patel’s first warning as FBI chief: ‘We will hunt you down’

Live Mint  

The Senate on Thursday confirmed Kash Patel, an Indian-origin FBI director. Kash Patel took his account on X and said, "The FBI has a storied legacy—from the “G-Men” to safeguarding our nation in the wake of 9/11. We will hunt you down in every corner of this planet.” On Thursday, Dan Scavino, Assistant to the President and White House Deputy …

Who is Kash Patel? Trump loyalist, first Indian origin American to become FBI chief - 10 things to know
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1 month ago

Who is Kash Patel? Trump loyalist, first Indian origin American to become FBI chief - 10 things to know

Live Mint  

The Republican-dominated US Senate on Thursday confirmed Kash Patel, Indian-origin American and ‘ultimate Trump loyalist’, as director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The former Republican House staffer had also worked in various high-ranking staff roles within the defense and intelligence communities for the previous Trump administration. Here are 10 things to know about Kashyap ‘Kash’ Patel: Patel was born …

Indian-origin Kash Patel is the new FBI director, promises to make agency, ‘transparent and accountable’
1 month ago

Indian-origin Kash Patel is the new FBI director, promises to make agency, ‘transparent and accountable’

Live Mint  

Donald Trump loyalist Kash Patel, on Thursday, made history as the first Indian-origin director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation after Senate gave their confirmation. After the Senate approval, Patel expressed his gratitude and vowed to rebuild the agency into one that is "transparent, accountable, and committed to justice." Patel's confirmation was narrowly approved Despite opposition from Republican Senators Lisa …

Kash Patel promises to make FBI transparent, accountable after being confirmed as director
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1 month ago

Kash Patel promises to make FBI transparent, accountable after being confirmed as director

India TV News  

Kash Patel promises to make FBI transparent, accountable after being confirmed as director Kash Patel thanked President Donald Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi for their support and emphasised his commitment to restoring public trust in the FBI. Indian-origin Kash Patel promised to make FBI transparent and accountable after being confirmed by the Senate on Thursday as director of the …

Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts
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1 month ago

Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: The Senate on Thursday narrowly voted to confirm Kash Patel as director of the FBI, moving to place him atop the nation's premier federal law enforcement agency despite doubts from Democrats about his qualifications and concerns he will do Donald Trump's bidding and go after the Republican president's adversaries. A Trump loyalist who has fiercely criticized the agency he …

Who is Kash Patel? FBI director confirmed by Senate despite deep Democratic doubts
1 month ago

Who is Kash Patel? FBI director confirmed by Senate despite deep Democratic doubts

The Hindu  

The Senate on Thursday narrowly voted to confirm Kash Patel as director of the FBI, moving to place him atop the nation's premier federal law enforcement agency despite doubts from Democrats about his qualifications and concerns he will do Donald Trump's bidding and go after the Republican president's adversaries. “He wants to hold the FBI accountable to Congress, to the …

Trump Devotee Kash Patel Confirmed As FBI Director
1 month ago

Trump Devotee Kash Patel Confirmed As FBI Director

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Despite promoting debunked far-right conspiracy theories popular with movements like QAnon — including the claim that the FBI incited the attack on the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 — and a very public record of calling for so-called “deep state” operatives who oppose President Donald Trump to be punished, Kash Patel has been confirmed as director of …

Kash Patel confirmed as FBI director after fears he will ‘carry out Trump’s bidding’
1 month ago

Kash Patel confirmed as FBI director after fears he will ‘carry out Trump’s bidding’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Senate has voted to confirm Kash Patel as President …

Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts
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1 month ago

Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Senate on Thursday narrowly voted to confirm Kash Patel as director of the FBI, moving to place him atop the nation’s premier federal law enforcement agency despite doubts from Democrats about his qualifications and concerns he will do Donald Trump’s bidding and go after the Republican president’s adversaries. “He wants to hold the FBI accountable to Congress, …

Senate confirms Kash Patel as Trump’s FBI director
1 month ago

Senate confirms Kash Patel as Trump’s FBI director

CNN  

CNN — The Senate voted on Thursday to confirm Kash Patel as FBI director, installing a staunch loyalist of President Donald Trump and conservative firebrand at the head of the nation’s top law enforcement agency. During his Senate confirmation hearing, Patel said there will be “no politicization” at the FBI and “no retributive actions” and accused Democrats of cherry-picking excerpts …

Senate confirms Kash Patel, fierce critic of FBI, to head the bureau
1 month ago

Senate confirms Kash Patel, fierce critic of FBI, to head the bureau

NPR  

Senate confirms Kash Patel, fierce critic of FBI, to head the bureau toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images The Republican-led Senate voted Thursday to confirm Kash Patel as the new FBI director despite questions about whether he has the qualifications and the temperament to lead the nation's most powerful law enforcement agency. Democrats warn of "red flags" On Thursday morning, Democrats …

Senate confirms Trump loyalist Kash Patel as FBI director despite deep Democratic doubts
1 month ago

Senate confirms Trump loyalist Kash Patel as FBI director despite deep Democratic doubts

LA Times  

The Senate on Thursday narrowly voted to confirm Kash Patel as FBI director, moving to place him atop the nation’s premier federal law enforcement agency despite doubts from Democrats about his qualifications and concerns he will do President Trump’s bidding and go after the president’s adversaries. “He wants to hold the FBI accountable to Congress, to the president and, most …

Kash Patel confirmed to lead the FBI, an agency he has vowed to purge of Trump's "deep state" foes
1 month ago

Kash Patel confirmed to lead the FBI, an agency he has vowed to purge of Trump's "deep state" foes

Salon  

The Senate voted 51-49 Thursday to confirm Kash Patel, a former counterterrorism prosecutor and staunch defender of President Donald Trump, to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Republicans pressed ahead with the confirmation vote despite Democratic demands for an additional hearing to question Patel on an array of issues, including past threats to enact political retribution on Trump's enemies and …

US Senate confirms Kash Patel for a 10-year term to lead the FBI
1 month ago

US Senate confirms Kash Patel for a 10-year term to lead the FBI

Al Jazeera  

Two Republicans voted against Patel, citing questions about how his ‘political activities’ may affect his leadership. In a memoir, Bill Barr, who served as attorney general during Trump’s first term, also recalled shooting down a proposal to make Patel the deputy director of the FBI, saying it would be “over my dead body”. And speaking to Trump ally Steve Bannon …

Kash Patel called out Elon Musk multiple times for getting rich off taxpayer money in resurfaced interviews
1 month ago

Kash Patel called out Elon Musk multiple times for getting rich off taxpayer money in resurfaced interviews

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Kash Patel, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the FBI, …

Will Kash Patel turn out to be the next J. Edgar Hoover?
1 month, 1 week ago

Will Kash Patel turn out to be the next J. Edgar Hoover?

Salon  

Kash Patel, Donald Trump’s nominee for FBI chief, has said he wants to dismantle the J. Edgar Hoover Building, the agency’s concrete fortress headquarters in Washington, and disperse the 7,000 employees who work there to offices around the country. In an interview with The New York Times, Yale professor Beverly Gage, author of the acclaimed 2023 Hoover biography "G-Man," said …

Senate panel advances nomination of Kash Patel, Trump's pick to lead the FBI
1 month, 1 week ago

Senate panel advances nomination of Kash Patel, Trump's pick to lead the FBI

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: The Senate Judiciary Committee voted along party lines on Thursday to advance the nomination of Kash Patel, Donald Trump's pick for FBI director, pushing past Democratic concerns that he would operate as a loyalist for the president and target perceived adversaries of the White House. And Patel denied the idea that a list in his book of government officials …

Trump FBI pick Kash Patel clears Senate panel, heads for confirmation vote
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump FBI pick Kash Patel clears Senate panel, heads for confirmation vote

Hindustan Times  

President Donald Trump's pick to head the FBI, Kash Patel, won the approval of the Republican-controlled U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday, clearing the way for a vote to confirm a director who has called for a radical reshaping of the nation's top law enforcement agency. FILE - Kash Patel, President Donald Trump's choice to be director of the FBI, …

Controversial Kash Patel moves closer to leading the FBI after clearing Senate hurdle
1 month, 1 week ago

Controversial Kash Patel moves closer to leading the FBI after clearing Senate hurdle

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Senate Judiciary Committee has voted along party lines to …

Senate panel advances nomination of Kash Patel, Trump’s pick to lead the FBI
1 month, 1 week ago

Senate panel advances nomination of Kash Patel, Trump’s pick to lead the FBI

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Senate Judiciary Committee voted along party lines on Thursday to advance the nomination of Kash Patel, Donald Trump’s pick for FBI director, pushing past Democratic concerns that he would operate as a loyalist for the president and target perceived adversaries of the White House. Patel has raised alarm for his lack of management experience compared to other …

Kash Patel Clears Senate Committee, Heads To Senate Floor For Confirmation Vote
1 month, 1 week ago

Kash Patel Clears Senate Committee, Heads To Senate Floor For Confirmation Vote

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — The Senate Judiciary Committee voted Thursday to advance the nomination of Kash Patel to the full Senate, moving him one step closer to being confirmed as President Donald Trump’s next director of the FBI. Perhaps most alarmingly, Patel would bring to the FBI his “enemies list” of more than 50 current and former U.S. officials, …

Senate panel advances nomination of Kash Patel, Trump’s pick to lead the FBI
1 month, 1 week ago

Senate panel advances nomination of Kash Patel, Trump’s pick to lead the FBI

LA Times  

Kash Patel, President Trump’s choice to be director of the FBI, appears before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing on Thursday. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted along party lines Thursday to advance the nomination of Kash Patel, President Trump’s pick for FBI director, pushing past Democratic concerns that he would operate as a loyalist for the president and …

Conspiracy theorist Gabbard confirmed as new U.S. spy chief
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1 month, 1 week ago

Conspiracy theorist Gabbard confirmed as new U.S. spy chief

Raw Story  

by Frankie TAGGART The Republican-controlled U.S. Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard on Wednesday as Donald Trump's choice to lead the country's intelligence services, despite criticism over her lack of experience and past support for Russia and Syria. Gabbard scraped through a 52-48 floor vote -- with former Senate leader Mitch McConnell as the sole Republican "no" -- as Democrats warned that …

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