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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
...Read more- ‘Mission first, America always’: Trump loyalist Kash Patel takes charge as FBI director
Kash Patel replaces Christopher Wray, who resigned ahead of Trump’s return to office after serving for more than seven years.
- Senate panel advances nomination of Kash Patel, Trump's pick to lead FBI
Democrats on Thursday portrayed Patel as a dangerous and inexperienced loyalist who would abuse the FBI’s law enforcement powers at a time when the country is facing an escalated threat, including from China and international terrorism.
- FBI nominee Patel condemns clemency for attacks on police despite Trump pardons
Trump's grant of clemency covered nearly all 1,600 people charged in the attack, including hundreds who were convicted of assaulting law enforcement
- Meet the Indian-Americans appointed to key roles in Trump 2.0 administration
The US cabinet comprises at least 16 positions — the vice president and the heads of the 15 executive departments. Here are the Indian-Americans who will be part of Trump 2.0:
- FBI Director Wray announces plan to resign, paves way for Trump nominee Kash Patel
The move has been welcomed by Trump.
- Kash Patel: The Indian-American Trump loyalist poised to be next FBI director
Kashyap ‘Kash’ Patel, is known for his fierce loyalty and described as willing to "do anything for Trump."
- Donald Trump picks Kash Patel to head FBI
Patel, 44, who previously worked as a federal public defender and a federal prosecutor, emerged as a controversial figure during Trump's first term in the White House.
- Trump peddles children’s book written by Indian-American, starring ‘King Donald’ to schools
Donald Trump wrote a glowing review of the book and went on to encourage his followers to put this "amazing book" in every school.
