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Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel clears first Senate hurdle in procedural vote

The GOP-led Senate voted 48-45 to break the filibuster on Kash Patel's nomination for FBI director, allowing for limited debate before a confirmation vote expected on Thursday.
Democrats raised concerns about Patel's qualifications and actions during his confirmation hearing, accusing him of misleading the Judiciary Committee.
Kash Patel, a former investigator for the House Intelligence Committee, has pledged to uphold the Constitution and address issues related to crime and FBI politicization if confirmed as FBI director.
President Donald Trump highlighted Patel's experience in national security and his commitment to restoring trust in the FBI.

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RollingStone

Republicans Confirm MAGA Conspiracy Theorist as FBI Director

Kash Patel, a die-hard Donald Trump loyalist known for promoting conspiracy theories, was confirmed as FBI Director by Senate Republicans.

19 hours ago·Los Angeles, United States

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Latestly

FBI Nominee Kash Patel Advances to Final Senate Confirmation Vote

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. A procedural vote has confirmed Patel and it will be followed by the final vote shortly. World News | FBI Nominee Kash Patel Advances to Final Senate Confirmation Vote.

20 hours ago

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Revolver

Senate advances Kash Patel to final confirmation vote…

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The Epoch Times

LIVE 1: 45 PM ET: Senate Votes on Nomination of Kash Patel as FBI Director

U.S. Senate is expected to take a final vote on the nomination of Kash Patel to be FBI Director at 1:45 p.m. ET on Feb. 20. ...

21 hours ago·New York, United States

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CBS News

Senate to vote on Kash Patel's nomination for FBI director

The Senate is set to vote Thursday on Kash Patel's nomination to serve as director of the FBI.

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Zero Hedge

Senate Confirms Kash Patel To Lead FBI - Nemos News Network

The Senate on Thursday confirmed Kash Patel to lead the FBI. Patel had widespread support of Republicans – even Mitch McConnell (!), who argued that the Trump nominee would reform the nation’s top law enforcement agency after decades of corruption. “Mr. Patel should be our next FBI director because the FBI has been infected by […]

1 day ago·United States

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