Concerns Rise Over Kash Patel's Potential FBI Leadership Amid Surveillance Allegations

Former FBI officials express alarm over Kash Patel's nomination, compounded by a DOJ report revealing surveillance on Patel and others during the Trump administration.

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Kash Patel's nomination to lead the FBI raises alarms among former officials, who fear political misuse of power. A recent DOJ report claims he was among individuals surveilled, fueling concerns about potential politically motivated investigations under his leadership. Patel's supporters argue his experience qualifies him for reforming the Bureau. However, critics warn of the risks posed by an unrestrained FBI director, underscoring broader issues within U.S. law enforcement amidst a shifting political landscape.

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