Patel, FBI and Trump

Kash Patel’s podcast persona: staunch Trump defender and fierce critic of the FBI he could soon lead
Patel, like Trump, has taken a different view, saying the rioters have been mistreated by the criminal justice system. A former federal public defender and prosecutor, he has called them “political prisoners” and offered on at least one occasion to represent them for free.
Former Trump officials reject whistleblower claim that FBI director nominee Kash Patel broke hostage protocol
FBI nominee Kash Patel is facing pushback from Democrats after they obtained a whistleblower report claiming he violated FBI protocols.
Whistleblower raises alarm that Kash Patel ‘broke protocol’ over hostage rescue
Unnamed whistleblower claims Patel inserted himself in a hostage exchange mission and provided public comment without authorization
FBI insider raises concerns about Kash Patel's role in hostage rescue
Senate Democrats are asking for documents related to allegations the nominee to lead the FBI, Kash Patel, prematurely confirmed hostage rescue details.
Donald Trump’s FBI pick Kash Patel was key to Republican recasting of Jan. 6 attack
As Republicans' take on the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection evolved from disapproving to defensive, Kash Patel played a role in reframing their position.
Here’s Everything To Know About Kash Patel—As Democrats Probe Trump’s FBI Pick For ‘Alleged Misconduct’
Patel is a controversial nominee, having long raged against the so-called Deep State and prioritized his loyalty to Trump.
FBI insider raises concerns about Kash Patel: Report
An FBI insider has come forward with new information questioning Kash Patel's judgment during sensitive hostage rescue missions, according to CBS News. Patel is set to appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday for his confirmation hearing.
Kash Patel has better chance at confirmation than Gabbard and RFK Jr.: Byron York
The Washington Examiner’s Byron York suggested President Donald Trump’s nominee for FBI director, Kash Patel, has a better ...
Intel officials spent years battling Kash Patel. Now he’s poised to take over a key agency
Kash Patel, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the FBI, has for years battled US intelligence agencies over the handling ...
Republican former government officials urge Senate to reject Patel nomination
A group of Republican former government officials is urging senators to reject Kash Patel’s nomination to lead the FBI, ...
Kash Patel faces second allegation of endangering hostage swap
The top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee has requested information from several government agencies and departments ...
Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel slammed for violent video featuring images of Pete Buttigieg, Rachel Levine, more
The video, set to “Bad to the Bone” by George Thorogood, drew condemnation. “Kash Patel, Donald Trump’s pick for FBI Director ...
Gabbard’s path through Intelligence Committee narrows ahead of key hearing
Republicans are cautioning that Tulsi Gabbard’s path to confirmation to lead the U.S. intelligence apparatus is narrowing as ...
Senate gears up for what could be ‘explosive’ confirmation hearing for Kash Patel
The MAGA loyalist will be in the hot seat and will be pressed on the more controversial elements of his background.
Why Kash Patel’s perfect for FBI, fires burned Gavin Newsom’s political future and other commentary
Kash Patel’s “understanding of the FBI’s corruption” and willingness to attack “partisan witch hunts make him the perfect ...