US EditionTrump's FBI pick Kash Patel clears first Senate hurdle in procedural vote
- The GOP-led Senate voted 48-45 to break the filibuster on Kash Patel's nomination for FBI director, allowing for limited debate before a confirmation vote expected on Thursday.
- Democrats raised concerns about Patel's qualifications and actions during his confirmation hearing, accusing him of misleading the Judiciary Committee.
- Kash Patel, a former investigator for the House Intelligence Committee, has pledged to uphold the Constitution and address issues related to crime and FBI politicization if confirmed as FBI director.
- President Donald Trump highlighted Patel's experience in national security and his commitment to restoring trust in the FBI.
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Senate Confirms Kash Patel To Lead FBI - Nemos News Network
The Senate on Thursday confirmed Kash Patel to lead the FBI. Patel had widespread support of Republicans – even Mitch McConnell (!), who argued that the Trump nominee would reform the nation’s top law enforcement agency after decades of corruption. “Mr. Patel should be our next FBI director because the FBI has been infected by […]
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