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Sen. Cornyn Confident Trump's Nominee Kash Patel Will Be Confirmed as FBI Director

Dec 5, 2024, 10:52 PM

Sen. John Cornyn has expressed confidence that Kash Patel, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for FBI Director, will be confirmed by the Senate. Cornyn's comments suggest that Patel has secured the necessary votes for confirmation, with the senator stating, 'Yes, he will be [confirmed].' This endorsement comes amidst discussions on restoring transparency and accountability in Washington, with Patel's nomination seen as a significant move in that direction. Cornyn added that Trey Gowdy’s strong recommendation for Patel bolsters confidence in his qualifications, according to the Hugh Hewitt Show.