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Kash Patel
Kashyap "Kash" Patel is the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Born in New York to Indian immigrant parents, Patel began his career as a public defender in Florida before transitioning
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kash Patel currently leading the FBI?
Yes, Kash Patel was confirmed as the Director of the FBI in February 2025. He has since initiated several radical changes within the bureau, focusing on decentralising its operations.
Is the FBI headquarters moving out of Washington, D.C.?
In December 2025, Patel announced the permanent closure of the J. Edgar Hoover Building. The main headquarters is being moved to the Reagan Building, while thousands of staff are being relocated to regional field offices across the country.
What is Patel’s priority for the bureau in 2026?
His current focus is on a massive "fraud crackdown," particularly regarding the misuse of federal funds in state-level programmes, while also auditing the bureau's past surveillance practices.
