FBI nominee Patel faces tough questions from Democrats
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During a Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearing on Thursday, January 30, FBI Director nominee Kash Patel faced questioning amid ongoing criticism from Democratic lawmakers. The hearing follows a series of challenges to his nomination since President Donald Trump put his name forward for the position.
Kash Patel and Ted Cruz just put the responsibility for January 6th on Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Shumer’s lap. pic.twitter.com/1aHiZnA6pn
— Big Fish (@BigFish3000) January 30, 2025
Earlier in the week, Democratic opposition intensified when Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) raised concerns about Patel’s past conduct:
Durbin, in a letter sent to Trump administration officials dated January 27, 2025, said he received “highly credible information” that Patel “broke protocol” regarding hostage rescues when he commented to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) “without authorization” about a successful hostage rescue during the first Trump administration in October 2020.
BOOOOOOOM!!!💥🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/Xi5E4wE5A0
— il Donaldo Trumpo (@PapiTrumpo) January 30, 2025
Speaking to Breitbart News, newly appointed CIA Director John Ratcliffe expressed support for Patel, citing their strong professional connection. Ratcliffe mentioned his optimism that Patel’s confirmation would enhance the collaborative efforts between the FBI and CIA.
