‘Those Who Harm Americans…’: Kash Patel’s ‘Warning’ After Becoming FBI Director

Indian-origin Kash Patel was confirmed by the US Senate as the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), making him one of the most high-profile appointees in the Trump cabinet.

Patel, 44, whose nomination sparked fierce but ultimately futile opposition from Democrats, was approved by a 51-49 vote. Two Republican senators, Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski, voted not to confirm Patel to head the 38,000-strong federal agency.

After he was approved as the FBI chief, Patel expressed gratitude to President Donald Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi for their “unwavering confidence and support”.

“The FBI has a storied legacy—from the “G-Men” to safeguarding our nation in the wake of 9/11. The American people deserve an FBI that is transparent, accountable, and committed to justice. The politicalisation of our justice system has eroded public trust—but that ends today,” he said on X.