Kash Patel Becomes First Indian-American FBI Director
On February 20, the U.S. Senate approved Kash Patel as the new Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). At 44 years old, Patel became the first Indian-American to head the FBI. The Senate confirmed Patel with a vote of 51-49. U.S. President Donald Trump officially signed the commission to confirm Patel as the ninth Director of the FBI.
Key Details:
- Kash Patel's confirmation marks a historic milestone as the first Indian-American to lead the FBI.
- The confirmation vote in the Senate was narrowly approved with 51 in favor and 49 against.
- President Donald Trump praised Patel’s confirmation as a crucial step in restoring integrity and ensuring the rule of law.
- The White House highlighted Patel's appointment as a key part of Trump's agenda to refocus the FBI on its core mission of serving the American people.