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Trump Nominates Kash Patel as FBI Director Amid Controversy

President-elect Donald Trump nominates Kash Patel for FBI director, igniting debates over his qualifications and the agency's future under his leadership.

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James Comer touts how deep state days are ‘about to end’ on Trump’s watch - Washington Examiner

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Lawler argues Trump Cabinet nominees will return DOJ and FBI to ‘going after criminals’ - Washington Examiner

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Trump pick Kash Patel must prove he'll restore public faith in the FBI, a leading GOP senator says

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Trump's decision to tap Kash Patel for FBI director sends shockwaves through Washington

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Jamie Raskin denies ‘proof’ of FBI weaponizing against Republicans - Washington Examiner

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Claudia Tenney enthusiastic over ‘true fighter’ Kash Patel restoring the FBI - Washington Examiner

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Dem pundits freak out over Trump’s nom of Kash Patel for FBI director

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Meet Kash Patel, Trump's Nomination for FBI Director

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Who is Kash Patel? 5 things to know about Donald Trump's firebrand pick to lead the FBI

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Trump FBI Nominee Kash Patel Must Restore Americans’ Faith in Agency, GOP Senator Says

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How Kash Patel, Trump’s FBI Pick, Embraced the Unhinged QAnon Movement

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GOP Sen Calls FBI Director Wray ‘A Good Man,’ Says He Has ‘No Complaints’ About His Job Performance

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EXCELLENT NEWS: Ted Cruz Expects Kash Patel to Be Confirmed as FBI Director (VIDEO) | | by Jim Hoft

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GOP Rep Points Out The Obvious When CNN Host Asks Whether Trump’s FBI Pick Will Go After ‘Political Enemies’

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Conspiracy theorist Kash Patel, Trump’s pick to lead FBI, faces Senate blowback

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National security expert makes case to Senate GOP for 'future of the Republican party'

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"Alex Jones meets J. Edgar Hoover": Critics call Patel pick a "middle finger" to intelligence

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Cruz praises Patel as ‘very strong nominee’

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Cruz: 'Very Strong Nominee' Kash Patel Will Be Confirmed by the Senate

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WATCH: MSNBC Panel LOSES THEIR MINDS Over Kash Patel’s FBI Director Nomination; Claim He is Cross Between Alex Jones and J. Edgar Hoover | | by Cassandra MacDonald

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McCabe Railed For Attacking Trump FBI Pick Patel: ‘One of Top People Who Destroyed Reputation of FBI’

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GOP Sen. Mike Rounds expresses support for FBI director a day after Trump picks his replacement

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Speaker Johnson backs Kash Patel for FBI

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‘Completely Corrupted’: GOP Senator Slams ‘Woefully Inexperienced’ Biden Officials While Backing Trump’s FBI Pick

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Trump pick Kash Patel must prove he'll restore public faith in the FBI, a leading GOP senator says

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Sen. Blackburn Eager to Confirm Patel as FBI Head

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Sen. Blackburn Eager to Confirm Patel as FBI Head

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Transcript: Sen. Alex Padilla on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 1, 2024

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GOP Senator encouraged Trump to bring Patel ‘to the table’

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‘Terrible Development’: Fmr Deputy FBI Dir Says Trump’s Pick ‘Signals’ Plans To ‘Disrupt, Dismantle, Distract’ Agency

Daily Caller

Ex-US attorney: How the 'perfect storm of inexperience and total loyalty to Trump' could doom FBI

AlterNet

Sullivan wants Wray to complete FBI director term over Patel - Washington Examiner

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GOP senator takes cautious approach on Kash Patel

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Trump's Selection of Kash Patel to Lead FBI Electrifies America First Movement

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Sullivan on Patel nomination: ‘I can’t worry about after January 20th’

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FBI director pick Kash Patel is likely to face deep skepticism during Senate confirmation hearings

Fortune

Grassley: Patel must prove he will restore public trust in FBI

The Hill

Conservatives cheer Kash Patel’s nomination to helm FBI as critics mobilize against him

New York Post

Michael Savage to : Patel Won't Shutter FBI's Hoover Building

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Patel’s FBI Director appointment stirs mixed reaction over potential Epstein list release - Washington Examiner

Washington Examiner

WATCH: Trump-Hating Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe Says Kash Patel Nomination Signals Trump's Intent to "Disrupt" and "Dismantle" FBI - Good! | | by Jordan Conradson

The Gateway Pundit

'Matt Gaetz difficult': Why latest Trump nominee will be hard to confirm

AlterNet

Start your week smart: FBI director, Trump’s tariffs, Syrian civil war, hostage video, lake-effect snow

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JUST IN: Kash Patel Releases Statement on FBI Nomination, Vows to "Return The FBI to Its Rightful Mission: Protecting The American People" | | by Jordan Conradson

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What Kash Patel has said about the FBI

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Sen. Rounds Defends FBI Director Wray: 'No Complaints'

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Sen. Rounds Defends FBI Director Wray: 'No Complaints'

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

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GOP Sens Support Patel as 'Type of Change' Needed at FBI

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GOP Sens Support Patel as 'Type of Change' Needed at FBI

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'Nice work, John Roberts': Trump's latest move said to be 'middle finger' to Supreme Court

AlterNet

MAGA celebrates Kash Patel's FBI nomination: "America First fighter"

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

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President-elect Donald Trump announced Kash Patel as his nominee for FBI director, promising significant changes at the agency. While some Republicans commend Patel's selection, citing his dedication to reform, others are concerned about his controversial history and lack of experience. Current director Christopher Wray's tenure may end soon, prompting speculation about the FBI's direction amidst potential Senate confirmation challenges. Patel's proposals include reducing the agency's footprint and re-evaluating its operations, but his past remarks on purging 'conspirators' create skepticism regarding impartiality in law enforcement.

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Trump Nominates Kash Patel as FBI Director Amid Controversy

Sen. Bill Hagerty Drops Truth Bombs on 'Meet the Press' FBI Needs Reform, "Kash Patel is Just the Type of Person to Do It" (Video) | | by Margaret Flavin

Lawler says he has no reservations about Kash Patel for FBI chief

Grassley calls for ‘a new course’ in criticizing Wray and FBI - Washington Examiner

What happens next after Trump chooses FBI critic Kash Patel to remake the agency

Trump FBI pick Kash Patel racks up massive following after joining X

Kash Patel FBI director nominee causes uproar on Sunday shows: 'He will be the enforcer' of Trump's revenge

MSNBC writer says Kash Patel as FBI director ‘would be like if you crossed Alex Jones with J. Edgar Hoover’

James Comer touts how deep state days are ‘about to end’ on Trump’s watch - Washington Examiner

Elon Musk Backs Kash Patel’s Nomination for FBI Director - RINO Senators Who do Not Vote to Confirm Patel Will Face Challenges | | by Jordan Conradson

Lawler argues Trump Cabinet nominees will return DOJ and FBI to ‘going after criminals’ - Washington Examiner

Trump pick Kash Patel must prove he'll restore public faith in the FBI, a leading GOP senator says

John Bolton compares Kash Patel to Stalin's right-hand man after Trump's FBI nomination

Trump's decision to tap Kash Patel for FBI director sends shockwaves through Washington

Jamie Raskin denies ‘proof’ of FBI weaponizing against Republicans - Washington Examiner

Claudia Tenney enthusiastic over ‘true fighter’ Kash Patel restoring the FBI - Washington Examiner

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EXCELLENT NEWS: Ted Cruz Expects Kash Patel to Be Confirmed as FBI Director (VIDEO) | | by Jim Hoft

GOP Rep Points Out The Obvious When CNN Host Asks Whether Trump’s FBI Pick Will Go After ‘Political Enemies’

Conspiracy theorist Kash Patel, Trump’s pick to lead FBI, faces Senate blowback

National security expert makes case to Senate GOP for 'future of the Republican party'

"Alex Jones meets J. Edgar Hoover": Critics call Patel pick a "middle finger" to intelligence

Cruz praises Patel as ‘very strong nominee’

Cruz: 'Very Strong Nominee' Kash Patel Will Be Confirmed by the Senate

WATCH: MSNBC Panel LOSES THEIR MINDS Over Kash Patel’s FBI Director Nomination; Claim He is Cross Between Alex Jones and J. Edgar Hoover | | by Cassandra MacDonald

Israel Bombs Another World Central Kitchen Vehicle in Gaza, Killing 5

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House Dem Flatly Denies Any ‘Proof’ FBI Was Weaponized Against ‘A Political Party’

McCabe Railed For Attacking Trump FBI Pick Patel: ‘One of Top People Who Destroyed Reputation of FBI’

GOP Sen. Hagerty on Kash Patel Leading FBI: 'I Look Forward to Him Taking It Apart'

GOP senator praises current FBI Director Christopher Wray, calls Putin a 'tyrant'

GOP Sen. Mike Rounds expresses support for FBI director a day after Trump picks his replacement

Trump Picks Kash Patel to Lead FBI — a Loyalist Who Vowed to Target His Enemies

Speaker Johnson backs Kash Patel for FBI

‘Completely Corrupted’: GOP Senator Slams ‘Woefully Inexperienced’ Biden Officials While Backing Trump’s FBI Pick

Trump pick Kash Patel must prove he'll restore public faith in the FBI, a leading GOP senator says

Sen. Blackburn Eager to Confirm Patel as FBI Head

Sen. Blackburn Eager to Confirm Patel as FBI Head

Transcript: Sen. Alex Padilla on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 1, 2024

GOP Senator encouraged Trump to bring Patel ‘to the table’

‘Terrible Development’: Fmr Deputy FBI Dir Says Trump’s Pick ‘Signals’ Plans To ‘Disrupt, Dismantle, Distract’ Agency

Ex-US attorney: How the 'perfect storm of inexperience and total loyalty to Trump' could doom FBI

Sullivan wants Wray to complete FBI director term over Patel - Washington Examiner

GOP senator takes cautious approach on Kash Patel

Trump tags Patel to head FBI

Trump's Selection of Kash Patel to Lead FBI Electrifies America First Movement

Sullivan on Patel nomination: ‘I can’t worry about after January 20th’

FBI director pick Kash Patel is likely to face deep skepticism during Senate confirmation hearings

Grassley: Patel must prove he will restore public trust in FBI

Conservatives cheer Kash Patel’s nomination to helm FBI as critics mobilize against him

Michael Savage to : Patel Won't Shutter FBI's Hoover Building

Patel’s FBI Director appointment stirs mixed reaction over potential Epstein list release - Washington Examiner

WATCH: Trump-Hating Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe Says Kash Patel Nomination Signals Trump's Intent to "Disrupt" and "Dismantle" FBI - Good! | | by Jordan Conradson

'Matt Gaetz difficult': Why latest Trump nominee will be hard to confirm

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GOP Sens Support Patel as 'Type of Change' Needed at FBI

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MAGA celebrates Kash Patel's FBI nomination: "America First fighter"

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

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

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