Kash Patel’s nomination to lead the FBI advanced after a 48-45 vote in the Senate, setting the stage for his confirmation later this week.
Republicans support Patel’s focus on refocusing the FBI on law enforcement and combating politicization, while Democrats oppose him due to concerns about his past actions and ties to Trump.
Patel, a former national security aide, promises to reduce crime rates and support FBI agents.
Despite fierce opposition from Democrats, who question his independence, Patel has distanced himself from some of Trump’s controversial positions. His confirmation would be a significant win for Trump’s law and order agenda.
