Trump Nominates Loyalist Kash Patel as New FBI Director

President Donald Trump has announced Kash Patel, a loyal supporter and former chief of staff to the Acting Secretary of Defense, as his pick for the next FBI director. Patel, known for his role in defending Trump during the Russia investigation and his calls to purge Trump's perceived enemies from intelligence agencies, would replace current FBI Director Chris Wray, whose term ends in 2027. Patel's confirmation is uncertain due to his divisive reputation, and he has previously expressed intentions to investigate journalists.