Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts

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Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts

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The Senate has narrowly voted to confirm Kash Patel as as President Donald Trump's FBI director. The vote Thursday puts the Trump loyalist atop the nation’s premier federal law enforcement agency despite Democrats' doubts about his qualifications and concerns he'll do Trump’s bidding and go after th

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The Senate confirmed Kash Patel as FBI director in a narrow 51-49 vote, with two Republicans opposing.

A Trump loyalist, Patel has criticized the FBI and vowed to target anti-Trump “conspirators.” Democrats raised concerns over his qualifications, past statements, and potential politicization of the bureau.

The FBI faces internal turmoil, with leadership changes and Justice Department demands for agent records tied to the Jan. 6 investigation.

Patel denies involvement in potential firings but supports major FBI reforms, shifting focus from intelligence to traditional law enforcement.

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