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Kash Patel Confirmed as FBI Director, Vows to Restore Trust and Accountability
Washington, D.C. – Kash Patel was officially confirmed by the U.S. Senate on Thursday as the new Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Following his confirmation, Patel expressed his gratitude and pledged to rebuild the agency into a transparent, accountable, and justice-driven institution.
Patel, an ally of former President Donald Trump, thanked Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi for their support. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, “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.”
Acknowledging the FBI’s historic legacy, Patel stated, “From the ‘G-Men’ era to safeguarding our nation after 9/11, the FBI has played a crucial role in protecting Americans. The public deserves an agency that upholds transparency, accountability, and justice. The politicization of our justice system has damaged public trust—but that ends today.”
Patel emphasized his commitment to restoring faith in the FBI, vowing to lead an agency the American people can once again take pride in. “Working alongside the dedicated men and women of the Bureau and our partners, we will rebuild an FBI the American people can be proud of,” he said.
Addressing national security threats, Patel issued a strong warning to those who seek to harm Americans. “Consider this your warning: We will track you down in every corner of this planet. Mission First. America Always. Let’s get to work.”
Patel’s confirmation faced resistance, with Republican Senators Lisa Murkowski (Alaska) and Susan Collins (Maine) opposing his nomination. However, he secured the position with a narrow 51-49 vote, receiving backing from the rest of the Republican Party, including Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, who had previously opposed some of Trump’s nominees. All Senate Democrats voted against Patel’s appointment.
Despite the contentious confirmation process, Patel now assumes leadership of the FBI, carrying the responsibility of restoring credibility to the agency while ensuring national security remains a top priority.
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