Kash Patel, of Indian origin, was confirmed as the ninth director of the FBI by the Senate, expressing gratitude to President Trump and Attorney General Bondi for their support. He promised to make the agency “transparent, accountable, and committed to justice” and to restore public trust after its politicization eroded confidence. Patel emphasized the FBI’s legacy and vowed to work diligently alongside bureau staff to create an organization the American people can be proud of. The confirmation passed narrowly with a 51-49 vote, receiving support primarily from Republicans despite opposition from some Senate Democrats.
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After Kash Patel, an individual of Indian descent, was confirmed by the Senate on Thursday as the director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), he expressed his appreciation and promised to transform the agency into one that is “transparent, accountable, and dedicated to justice.”
Patel extended his thanks to President Donald Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi for their assistance and stressed his intention to restore public confidence in the FBI.
In a post shared on X, Patel remarked, “I am privileged to be confirmed as the ninth Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. My gratitude to President Trump and Attorney General Bondi for your steadfast confidence and support.”
He continued, “The FBI has a rich history—from the era of the ‘G-Men’ to protecting our nation post-9/11. The American people deserve an FBI that embodies transparency, accountability, and a commitment to justice. The political manipulation of our justice system has diminished public trust—but that changes today.”
Patel committed to revitalizing the FBI into an agency that Americans can take pride in.
“In collaboration with the devoted men and women of the Bureau and our partners, we will reestablish an FBI that Americans can be proud of. And to those who wish to harm Americans—consider this your warning. We will pursue you in every corner of the globe. Mission First. America Always. Let’s get to work,” Patel declared.
I am privileged to be confirmed as the ninth Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
My gratitude to President Trump and Attorney General Bondi for your steadfast confidence and support.
The FBI has a rich heritage—from the “G-Men” to protecting our nation in the aftermath of…
— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) February 20, 2025
Kash Patel, a close ally of President Donald Trump, was confirmed by the Senate on Thursday as the director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), as reported by NBC News.
While his nomination encountered resistance from Republican Senators Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine, Patel garnered support from the remainder of the Republican Party, including Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, who had previously opposed other nominees of Trump.
The confirmation was secured with a slim 51-49 vote, as all Senate Democrats voted against him.
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