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Trump Loyalist Kash Patel Confirmed as FBI Director

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By Web Desk Published February 21, 2025 3 Min Read
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Kash Patel, director of the FBI, appears before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing, at the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 30, 2025. Photo Credits: J. Scott Applewhite / AP
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The Republican-led US Senate confirmed Kash Patel as FBI director. A fierce Donald Trump ally, Patel now leads the nation’s top law enforcement agency.

The 51-49 vote split along party lines, with only two Republicans, Susan Collins (Maine) and Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), opposing the 44-year-old’s appointment to head the 38,000-strong Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Why Kash Patel’s Nomination Sparked Outrage

Patel’s confirmation wasn’t smooth. Democrats fiercely opposed him, citing his promotion of conspiracy theories and defence of pro-Trump rioters from the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. They also criticized his pledge to dismantle a so-called “deep state” opposing Trump. Senator Dick Durbin called Patel “dangerously extreme,” warning he’d turn the FBI into a tool for political revenge.

Despite the pushback, Patel prevailed. The Senate has greenlit all of Trump’s cabinet picks, including Tulsi Gabbard as spy chief and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary. This underscores Trump’s tight control over the GOP.

Patel’s Background: From Prosecutor to Trump Insider

Born in New York to Indian immigrants, Patel holds a law degree from Pace University. He worked as a federal prosecutor before joining Trump’s first administration. There, he held key roles, from senior director for counterterrorism at the National Security Council and chief of staff to acting defence secretary. Now, he replaces Christopher Wray, whose rocky relationship with Trump led to his resignation after the 2024 election.

Congratulations to our new FBI Director Kash Patel! pic.twitter.com/mwhLKAaJz4

— House Republicans (@HouseGOP) February 20, 2025

Patel’s confirmation hearing ignited fireworks. Democrats grilled him over a list of 60 Trump critics from his 2022 book, dubbed a “deep state” roster he wanted investigated. Patel denied crafting an “enemies list,” insisting he’d only target lawbreakers. “All FBI employees will be safe from political retribution,” he told the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Yet doubts linger. The FBI has faced upheaval since Trump’s return. Agents tied to his 2020 election and classified documents cases have been fired or demoted. Nine agents sued the Justice Department, alleging a Trump-led “purge” of investigators.

I am honored to be confirmed as the ninth Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Thank you to President Trump and Attorney General Bondi for your unwavering confidence and support.

The FBI has a storied legacy—from the “G-Men” to safeguarding our nation in the wake of…

— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) February 20, 2025

On his first day back in office, Trump pardoned over 1,500 supporters who stormed Congress to block Joe Biden’s 2020 victory certification. Critics see Patel’s rise as part of this pattern—loyalty trumping tradition.

Patel’s tenure as FBI director begins amid turmoil. Will he stabilize the agency or fuel further division? His promise to protect staff clashes with fears of politicization. For now, Trump’s grip on the GOP—and the FBI—seems unshakable.

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