Senate Democrats Delay Vote on Kash Patel's FBI Director Nomination Amid Controversies

Senate Democrats have delayed the nomination vote of Kash Patel as FBI director, citing concerns over his past statements, his book detailing grievances against political opponents, and involvement with the January 6th insurrection. The Judiciary Committee's ranking member, Dick Durbin, emphasized worries about Patel's temperament and potential for politicization of the FBI. Patel has defended himself, stating there will not be politicization of the bureau, but his nomination is still uncertain as it heads to the full Senate next week. The hold could push the vote to at least February 13.