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Trump Clarifies Mike Rogers Not Considered for FBI Director, Focus Shifts to Kash Patel Amidst CNN Endorsement by McCabe

Nov 22, 2024, 03:13 PM

President Donald Trump has clarified that Mike Rogers was never under consideration for the position of FBI Director, despite previous rumors and endorsements from some media outlets like CNN, where disgraced former FBI Director Andrew McCabe endorsed Rogers. The focus has now shifted to Kash Patel as a potential candidate for the role. This announcement comes after a period of speculation and debate within political circles, with some supporters of Trump expressing relief and others criticizing the media for spreading misinformation. The decision marks a strategic move by Trump, seemingly learning from past controversies in his selection process for key positions, and dealing a blow to the Deep State.