Trump to Appoint Loyalist Kash Patel to High-Profile DOJ or FBI Role, Not Director

Nov 25, 2024, 07:11 PM

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to appoint Kash Patel, a known loyalist and fierce critic of the FBI for his efforts to discredit the Russia probe, to a high-profile position within either the FBI or the Department of Justice (DOJ), according to multiple sources familiar with the transition. Patel, who has previously served as the Defense Department chief of staff, is not likely to be appointed as the FBI Director but could be considered for roles such as deputy FBI director or an investigative role within the DOJ. Trump's decision reflects his intention to overhaul agencies he considers part of the 'Deep State.'