Kash Patel faced scrutiny during a Senate hearing, declined comment on Trump investigation links, and was the subject of a political dismissal lawsuit.

12 reports, 7 independent Updated Sep 15

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Kash Patel faced scrutiny during a Senate hearing, declined comment on Trump investigation links, and was the subject of a political dismissal lawsuit.

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Sep 15Patel testified on FBI performance and faced a lawsuit from The Atlantic.1 source
- abc7.com
Sep 15Patel faces Senate oversight hearing; Schiff engages in exchanges, and Democrats seize on bureau tumult.1 source
- winnipegfreepress.com
Sep 15Durbin accuses Patel of partisan actions while Schiff exchanges heated words with him in the Senate.1 source
- hindustantimes.com
Sep 14Patel is set to testify before the Senate Committee.1 source
- iheart.com
Aug 4Patel faces Senate scrutiny and a lawsuit alleging political dismissal.1 source
- ibtimes.co.uk

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Kash Patel
Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Donald Trump appoints Bill Pulte as DNI; Pulte splits time between DC and Florida, while Kash Patel faces criticism for jet misuse.Mon 17:37
- Kash Patel is confirmed as the FBI Director, while former deputy director Andrew Bailey returns to Missouri.Mon 17:16
Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
- Trump ended the ceasefire agreement with Iran following recent attacks by Iranian forces.Mon 18:02
- The Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Mon 18:02
senate
type of legislative body, often the upper house or chamber of a bicameral legislature
- Legislation is awaiting final approval from both the House and the Senate.Mon 17:49
- A bill allowing foreign investment in cooperatives has been approved, concerning legitimate organizations registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.Mon 16:37

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