MAGA diehard Kash Patel's list of 'Government Gangsters' who could be targeted under Trump 2.0 govt
2 weeks, 6 days ago

MAGA diehard Kash Patel's list of 'Government Gangsters' who could be targeted under Trump 2.0 govt

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump named Kash Patel to be the next director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Trump and Patel vowed to ‘go after’ political rivals Charles Kupperman, who served under the first Trump administration as deputy national security adviser, said that Patel's views would be incompatible with the FBI's mission. Brian Auten: FBI official who oversaw the agency's inquiry into Russian meddling in the 2016 election James Baker: FBI's former general counsel Bill Barr: Attorney general under Trump John Bolton: Trump's one-time national security adviser Stephen Boyd: Fomer head of legislative affairs at the Justice Department Joe Biden: President of the United States John Brennan: Former CIA director under President Barack Obama John Carlin: Former acting deputy attorney general Eric Ciaramella: Former Ukraine director of the National Security Council under Obama Pat Cipollone: Former White House counsel under Trump James Clapper: Former director of national intelligence during the Obama administration Hillary Clinton: Former Secretary of State James Comey: Ex-FBI Director Elizabeth Dibble: Former deputy chief of mission at the U.S. embassy in London. Stephanie Grisham: Trump's former press secretary Kamala Harris: US Vice President Gina Haspel: Former CIA director Fiona Hill: Former National Security Council official Curtis Heide: FBI supervisory agent Eric Holder: Attorney general during the Obama administration Robert Her: Justice Department special counsel Cassidy Hutchinson: Former aide to Trump's ex-chief of staff, Mark Meadows Nina Jankowicz: Former executive director of the Disinformation Governance Board during the Biden administration Samantha Power: Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development under Biden and former ambassador to the United Nations under Obama. Charles Kupperman: Former deputy national security adviser during Trump's first term.

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Column: Kash Patel, Trump’s FBI pick, would turn the agency into the Federal Bureau of Retribution
1 week ago

Column: Kash Patel, Trump’s FBI pick, would turn the agency into the Federal Bureau of Retribution

LA Times  

Kash Patel, shown campaigning for Donald Trump this year, has vowed to purge the FBI of anyone who doesn’t fully support Trump and to prosecute those he accuses of conspiring to undermine the president-elect. “There’s a lot that can fit within that, but it’s not limitless.” “If Patel goes to his deputies and says, ‘Let’s open an investigation into Liz …

You Should Worry About Kash Patel Running the FBI
1 week, 2 days ago

You Should Worry About Kash Patel Running the FBI

Politico  

Many observers, including former federal law enforcement officials, oppose Patel’s nomination on the grounds that he would likely use the FBI to pursue Trump’s political opponents and that he might substantially corrupt the culture and professionalism of the bureau. He has frequently denigrated the employees he hopes to lead — perhaps most infamously, when he said he would “shut down …

Ex-FBI Director James Comey issues warning to former colleagues ahead of Trump second term
1 week, 4 days ago

Ex-FBI Director James Comey issues warning to former colleagues ahead of Trump second term

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 Former FBI Director James Comey has tried to reassure his …

FBI director Chris Wray to step down before Trump administration takes power
1 week, 4 days ago

FBI director Chris Wray to step down before Trump administration takes power

ABC  

The FBI has announced its director Chris Wray will step down from his position when the US Biden administration hands over power within the White House to US President-elect Donald Trump. FBI director Christopher Wray has announced he will step down from his position before the incoming Trump administration takes power. US President-elect Donald Trump has signalled he would look …

Wray’s departure will cement Trump’s control over the institutions of US justice
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1 week, 4 days ago

Wray’s departure will cement Trump’s control over the institutions of US justice

CNN  

CNN — FBI Director Christopher Wray’s resignation announcement was the latest, and inevitable, step in the accumulation of massive and unusual power around President-elect Donald Trump. But many nonpartisan legal analysts fear that Wray’s departure — before the end of a 10-year term mandated by Congress to keep politics out of the administration of justice — represents yet another challenge …

Making FBI great again, with Kash Patel: Trump as Christopher Wray says he'll resign
1 week, 4 days ago

Making FBI great again, with Kash Patel: Trump as Christopher Wray says he'll resign

India Today  

Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Christopher Wray told bureau workers on Wednesday that he plans to resign at the end of President Joe Biden’s term in January, an announcement that came a week and a half after President-elect Donald Trump said he would nominate loyalist Kash Patel for the job. Wray said at a town hall meeting that he would …

Some Republicans Say Kash Patel Won’t Do The Awful Things He Said He’d Do
1 week, 4 days ago

Some Republicans Say Kash Patel Won’t Do The Awful Things He Said He’d Do

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to run the FBI, Kash Patel, has said he would wield the government as a weapon to “come after” Trump’s enemies. “I think there’s a difference between the hyperbole and the reality.” Sen. Josh Hawley told HuffPost Patel told him he would prosecute violent criminals. “I’ll take the opportunity to ask …

FBI director Christopher Wray will resign ahead of Trump’s plan to replace him with Kash Patel
Top News
1 week, 4 days ago

FBI director Christopher Wray will resign ahead of Trump’s plan to replace him with Kash Patel

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 Christopher Wray revealed Wednesday that he will step …

We’ve Seen Kash Patel’s Enemies List. It’s Terrifying.
54 years, 11 months ago

We’ve Seen Kash Patel’s Enemies List. It’s Terrifying.

Slate  

Sign up for The Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for FBI director, Kash Patel, is unusual in several key ways. Also, if appointed, Patel will arrive at the Department of Justice with a list of enemies that includes the names of people who work …

Kash Patel’s litany of bizarre conspiracy theories haunt his quest to become Donald Trump’s FBI director
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Kash Patel’s litany of bizarre conspiracy theories haunt his quest to become Donald Trump’s FBI director

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. During a number of appearances on the War Room podcast of former Trump White …

FBI says Kash Patel was targeted in Iran-backed cyberattack before Trump picked him to be next boss: Report
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

FBI says Kash Patel was targeted in Iran-backed cyberattack before Trump picked him to be next boss: Report

Firstpost  

As per the report, the hackers were believed to have targeted some of Patel’s communications. However, it has not been revealed whether they have actually accessed the communications and, if so, how much data was viewed or stolen The Federal Bureau of Investigation recently told Kash Patel, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to be the bureau’s next director, that he was …

Trump’s controversial FBI pick Kash Patel targeted in Iranian cyberattack
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Trump’s controversial FBI pick Kash Patel targeted in Iranian cyberattack

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 Donald Trump’s controversial FBI director pick Kash Patel has been …

"Outrageously powerful and incredibly secret": Yes, Trump can wield CIA, FBI for his own ends
2 weeks, 5 days ago

"Outrageously powerful and incredibly secret": Yes, Trump can wield CIA, FBI for his own ends

Salon  

Donald Trump's war against the "deep state" and his political opponents appears to be on a collision course with U.S. intelligence and law enforcement agencies. According to Larry Pfeiffer, who was chief of staff to former CIA director Michael Hayden and now directs the Hayden Center at George Mason University, Ratcliffe was confirmed by Congress because “it meant getting Grenell …

Who Is On Kash Patel's 'Random Enemies List'?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Who Is On Kash Patel's 'Random Enemies List'?

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Donald Trump’s pick to lead the FBI, ultra loyalist Kash Patel, has signaled he wants to help Trump get revenge on his political opponents, and has even produced a list of targets for the president-elect to get his own back. In his 2023 book “Government Gangsters,” Patel sets out a vision for cracking down on the “deep …

Why Donald Trump pick Kash Patel might not get the FBI job
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Why Donald Trump pick Kash Patel might not get the FBI job

Firstpost  

Kash Patel’s potential nomination as FBI Director by Donald Trump has divided Washington. While Trump and his allies hail Patel as a reformist dedicated to exposing corruption, critics warn that his lack of management experience and partisan rhetoric could jeopardise the FBI’s independence Kash Patel, former chief of staff to the US defence secretary speaks at a campaign rally, in …

Trump Cabinet: I for one think Kash Patel is a great choice to lead the FBI.
54 years, 11 months ago

Trump Cabinet: I for one think Kash Patel is a great choice to lead the FBI.

Slate  

It has come to our attention that President-elect Donald Trump has announced that he will be nominating Kash Patel, a right-wing media personality and member of Trump’s first-term national security advisory staff, to replace Christopher Wray as director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Related From Slate A Troubling Takeaway From Trump’s Cabinet Picks There will, naturally, be cynics who …

'Insane rants': Ex-FBI deputy head gives blistering putdown of agency's potential new boss
3 weeks ago

'Insane rants': Ex-FBI deputy head gives blistering putdown of agency's potential new boss

Raw Story  

Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe on Monday trashed President-elect Donald Trump's decision to nominate political henchman Kash Patel to be the next director of the FBI. During an appearance on CNN, McCabe argued that Patel is "clearly not" qualified for the job, and he said that "he doesn't have a fraction of the qualifications that any former FBI director, …

'Trumpworld deeply worried': Sources tell MSNBC hosts of 'controversy inside Trump orbit'
3 weeks ago

'Trumpworld deeply worried': Sources tell MSNBC hosts of 'controversy inside Trump orbit'

Raw Story  

MSNBC's Joe Scarborough and Jonathan Lemire claimed Monday that some in Donald Trump's orbit aren't thrilled by his nomination of MAGA loyalist Kash Patel as FBI director. The election conspiracist has already promised to prosecute Trump's political enemies and media figures from the start of a second administration, and the "Morning Joe" host warned that Patel faces an uphill battle …

National Security Expert Reveals What’s So Concerning About Trump’s FBI Director Pick
3 weeks ago

National Security Expert Reveals What’s So Concerning About Trump’s FBI Director Pick

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING David Rohde, NBC News senior national security executive editor, detailed concerns among federal law enforcement circles on Sunday over Donald Trump nominating Kash Patel to replace Christopher Wray as FBI director. “And there is a concern that this type of politics, what it does most of all, is distract the FBI from its main goals which is …

Trump's top pick for FBI chief gains early endorsement from GOP senators
Top News
3 weeks ago

Trump's top pick for FBI chief gains early endorsement from GOP senators

Firstpost  

While some Democrats on Sunday voiced concerns that the law enforcement agency would become politicized and a tool for Trump to pursue adversaries under Patel, several senior Republican senators praised Trump’s pick Kash Patel, former chief of staff to the defense secretary, speaks on the day Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump holds a campaign rally, in …

"An absolute disgrace": Trump picks Kash Patel to pursue his enemies as head of the FBI
3 weeks ago

"An absolute disgrace": Trump picks Kash Patel to pursue his enemies as head of the FBI

Salon  

Kash Patel spent years preparing for this moment. Whether out of sincere devotion or just cynically acting in his own self-interest, Patel has repeatedly demonstrated his subservience to Donald Trump, from publishing a kid's book claiming the president-elect was a victim of a "deep state" plot to lying to congressional investigators about the Jan. 6 insurrection. A former aide to …

Trump put on notice that he faces 'bipartisan concern' about his FBI plans: report
3 weeks ago

Trump put on notice that he faces 'bipartisan concern' about his FBI plans: report

Raw Story  

Analysts say Donald Trump plans to fire his previously appointed FBI director and install a new one who is loyal to him, but there is bipartisan skepticism behind that plan, according to the Washington Post. "President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement that he wants to replace FBI Director Christopher A. Wray with Kash Patel, a staunch loyalist who has vowed to fire …

Trump chose Kash Patel for FBI after his first choice flunked the interview, says report
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump chose Kash Patel for FBI after his first choice flunked the interview, says report

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 Donald Trump’s controversial decision to have Kash Patel to head …

'Perfect storm': Former U.S. attorney warns of 'real-world implications' of FBI pick
3 weeks, 1 day ago

'Perfect storm': Former U.S. attorney warns of 'real-world implications' of FBI pick

Raw Story  

Donald Trump's nominee — devoted MAGA ally Kash Patel — could effectively tank the FBI's mission, according to former U.S. attorney and MSNBC legal analyst Joyce Vance. "This is clearly about revenge prosecutions," the former prosecutor told MSNBC host Ali Velshi Sunday, referring to Patel's nomination to direct the agency. "If you're Donald Trump and you are committed to a …

Trump Says He'll Nominate Kash Patel As FBI Director To Remake The Agency. Here's What Happens Next.
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump Says He'll Nominate Kash Patel As FBI Director To Remake The Agency. Here's What Happens Next.

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING President-elect Donald Trump’s stunning announcement that he will nominate Kash Patel as FBI director sets the stage for a fresh round of turbulence at a law enforcement agency tasked with protecting the homeland and investigating federal crimes. Biden’s national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, said Sunday that the Biden administration “adhered to the long-standing norm that FBI directors …

Why Kash Patel could be Trump’s 'scariest hire yet': report
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Why Kash Patel could be Trump’s 'scariest hire yet': report

Raw Story  

One of Donald Trump's staunchest supporters — conspiracy theorist Kash Patel — has been nominated by the president-elect to direct the Federal Bureau of Investigations. According to a Rolling Stone report Sunday, the ex-Trump administration official might just be the MAGA leader's "scariest hire yet." Per the report, Patel is aiming to "purge the so-called 'Deep State,' and "recently publicly …

Kash Patel: What happens next as Trump taps loyalist ‘Deep State’ critic to head FBI
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Kash Patel: What happens next as Trump taps loyalist ‘Deep State’ critic to head FBI

Hindustan Times  

President-elect Donald Trump’s stunning announcement on Saturday night that he will nominate Kash Patel as FBI director sets the stage for a fresh round of turbulence at a law enforcement agency tasked with protecting the homeland and investigating federal crimes. Kash Patel, a steadfast Trump ally with plans to shake up the institution he’s been tapped to lead, is a …

Trump says he’ll nominate Kash Patel as FBI director to remake the agency. Here’s what happens next
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump says he’ll nominate Kash Patel as FBI director to remake the agency. Here’s what happens next

Associated Press  

President-elect Donald Trump’s stunning announcement on Saturday night that he will nominate Kash Patel as FBI director sets the stage for a fresh round of turbulence at a law enforcement agency tasked with protecting the homeland and investigating federal crimes. There are no doubt lawmakers who support Trump’s desire for a radically overhauled FBI, particularly following federal investigations that resulted …

Trump Picks Loyalist ‘Deep State’ Critic Patel to Head FBI
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump Picks Loyalist ‘Deep State’ Critic Patel to Head FBI

Live Mint  

Donald Trump tapped Kash Patel to be FBI director, nominating a loyalist to lead the chief US law enforcement agency — which the president-elect has long derided as corrupt. In an announcement on his Truth Social network, Trump called Patel “a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and ‘America First’ fighter” who played a “pivotal role in uncovering the Russia, Russia, Russia Hoax.” …

Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel: Internet divided on another Indian-origin nomination – threat or strategic move?
Trending News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel: Internet divided on another Indian-origin nomination – threat or strategic move?

Hindustan Times  

As Trump eyes Kash Patel to take over from Christopher Wray, pending Senate approval, the decision is being hailed by some as a tactical play to "drain the swamp" and settle old scores. Reactions to Kash Patel’s nomination as FBI director Kash Patel’s nomination as FBI director has sparked a range of reactions, with both support and criticism flooding in …

Trump names Kash Patel as FBI director
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump names Kash Patel as FBI director

Deccan Chronicle  

WASHINGTON: President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce ally to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived “conspirators.” It’s the latest bombshell Trump has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in confirming his nominees. William Barr, Trump’s …

Trump picks MAGA loyalist Kash Patel as his new FBI director
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump picks MAGA loyalist Kash Patel as his new FBI director

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. “Kash is a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and ‘America First’ fighter who has spent his …

'Red line': Trump legal ally threatens to make Senate Republicans' 'political lives hell'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

'Red line': Trump legal ally threatens to make Senate Republicans' 'political lives hell'

Raw Story  

Donald Trump on Saturday announced he would appoint Kash Patel to be director of the FBI, causing outrage among critics and leading to a pre-emptive strike to Senate Republicans from an ally of the president-elect. Kash will bring much-needed reforms to a badly broken and corrupt agency," Davis wrote on social media, noting that his legal group Article III Project …

Trump to appoint hardline loyalist Kash Patel as next FBI director, calls him 'America first fighter'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump to appoint hardline loyalist Kash Patel as next FBI director, calls him 'America first fighter'

Firstpost  

President-elect Donald Trump said that he would appoint hardline loyalist and conspiracy theorist Kash Patel to be the next director of the FBI. Kash will eventually replace Trump’s 2017 pick Christopher Wray, whose term will be ending in 2027 After weeks of speculation, President-elect Donald Trump confirmed that he wants to replace Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Christopher A. Wray …

Who is Kash Patel, the ‘America First’ champion chosen by Trump to head FBI?
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Who is Kash Patel, the ‘America First’ champion chosen by Trump to head FBI?

Hindustan Times  

US president-elect Donald Trump has announced Kash Patel, a staunch loyalist, as the next Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Patel, a figure known for his combative stance against the so-called "deep state," has been a vocal critic of the FBI and other government agencies that, in his view, undermine the president’s agenda. Though Patel denied the allegations, his …

Donald Trump taps Kashyap ‘Kash’ Patel to replace Christopher Wray as FBI director
Trending News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Donald Trump taps Kashyap ‘Kash’ Patel to replace Christopher Wray as FBI director

Live Mint  

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce ally to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived “conspirators.” It’s the latest bombshell Trump has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in confirming his nominees. “I am proud to …

Donald Trump picks 'deep state' critic Kash Patel to head the FBI
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Donald Trump picks 'deep state' critic Kash Patel to head the FBI

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump has picked Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, appointing a staunch ally to overhaul the nation's leading law enforcement agency and root out what he perceives as “conspirators” within the government. Patel's appointment aligns with Trump's long-held belief that the US law enforcement and intelligence agencies require a drastic overhaul, and it reflects his desire for retribution …

'What a disaster': Critics outraged as Trump appoints 'conspiracy theorist' as head of FBI
3 weeks, 1 day ago

'What a disaster': Critics outraged as Trump appoints 'conspiracy theorist' as head of FBI

Raw Story  

Donald Trump Saturday announced his appointment of Kash Patel as the director of FBI, leading critics to lash out. Liberal influencer Harry Sisson said, "Trump just named Kash Patel, a huge conspiracy theorist, as the next director of the FBI." "Kash Patel cannot be put in charge of the FBI," the legal expert added. Democratic election attorney Marc Elias said, …

Trump Taps Kash Patel For FBI Director, An Ally Who Would Aid In His Effort To Upend Law Enforcement
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump Taps Kash Patel For FBI Director, An Ally Who Would Aid In His Effort To Upend Law Enforcement

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump says he will nominate Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce ally to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived “conspirators.” It’s the latest bombshell Trump has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in …

Trump nominates Kash Patel for FBI director after backlash over rumored contender Mike Rogers
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump nominates Kash Patel for FBI director after backlash over rumored contender Mike Rogers

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump announced he intends to nominate Kashyap 'Kash' Patel to serve as the next FBI Director. Patel had been competing for the job with former FBI agent and congressman Mike Rogers, before Rogers was dismissed as a candidate last week after he was opposed by several MAGA Republicans in Trump's orbit. Donald Trump announced he intends to nominate Kashyap …

Trump names loyalist Kash Patel to serve as FBI director
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump names loyalist Kash Patel to serve as FBI director

Hindustan Times  

WASHINGTON — Trump names loyalist Kash Patel to serve as FBI director President-elect Donald Trump has picked Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce loyalist to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived “conspirators.” It’s the latest bombshell Trump has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far …

Trump taps Kash Patel for FBI director, an ally who would aid in his effort to upend law enforcement
Trending News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump taps Kash Patel for FBI director, an ally who would aid in his effort to upend law enforcement

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce ally to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived “conspirators.” It’s the latest bombshell Trump has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in confirming his nominees. William Barr, …

Trump tags Patel to head FBI
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump tags Patel to head FBI

Salon  

Donald Trump is looking to install one of his fiercest loyalists at the helm of the FBI. "Kash is a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and “America First” fighter who has spent his career exposing corruption, defending Justice, and protecting the American People. "Kash will work under our great Attorney General, Pam Bondi, to bring back Fidelity, Bravery, and Integrity to the …

Donald Trump picks anti-deep state, confidante Kash Patel to lead FBI
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Donald Trump picks anti-deep state, confidante Kash Patel to lead FBI

India TV News  

After missing out on the position of CIA Director, Indian American Kash Patel was nominated by US President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday for the powerful position of Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, making him the highest-ranking Indian-American in his incoming administration. Kash Patel, as Chief of Staff to Secretary of Defence It must be noted that during the …

Meet Kash Patel, Trump's FBI director pick who vowed to shut agency 'on day one'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Meet Kash Patel, Trump's FBI director pick who vowed to shut agency 'on day one'

India Today  

US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday tapped Kash Patel, a close ally and former national security aide, to serve as the next FBI director, a move that would replace current chief Christopher Wray before his term expires. Patel’s career trajectory took him to roles on Trump’s National Security Council in 2019 and later as chief of staff to the acting …

Who is Kash Patel, the Trump loyalist tapped to run the FBI?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Who is Kash Patel, the Trump loyalist tapped to run the FBI?

Al Jazeera  

Appointment of a loyal aide to the FBI post could end long-running tradition of keeping presidents at arm’s length. In a post on Truth Social network, Trump described Patel as a “brilliant lawyer, investigator, and ‘America First’ fighter”. Patel found common cause with Trump over their shared scepticism of government surveillance and the “deep state” – a pejorative catchall used …

Trump picks anti-‘deep state’ crusader Kash Patel to lead FBI
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump picks anti-‘deep state’ crusader Kash Patel to lead FBI

Al Jazeera  

Patel has vowed to downsize the top intelligence body and pursue ‘conspirators’ in the government and media. “Kash is a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and ‘America First’ fighter who has spent his career exposing corruption, defending Justice, and protecting the American People,” Trump wrote. ‘Housecleaning’ The announcement means current FBI Director Christopher Wray must either resign or be fired after Trump …

For FBI director, Trump taps Kash Patel, a loyalist who would aid effort to upend top law enforcement agency
3 weeks, 2 days ago

For FBI director, Trump taps Kash Patel, a loyalist who would aid effort to upend top law enforcement agency

LA Times  

Kash Patel is Donald Trump’s pick to serve as FBI director, the latest bombshell the president-elect has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in confirming his nominees. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce ally to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency …

Trump picks longtime ally Kash Patel to replace current FBI director
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump picks longtime ally Kash Patel to replace current FBI director

NPR  

Trump picks longtime ally Kash Patel to replace current FBI director toggle caption Ross D. Franklin/AP President-elect Donald Trump intends to install Kash Patel, a close ally and former national security aide who has berated the Justice Department and the news media, to replace Christopher Wray as the director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Trump wrote in a post …

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