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Trump Eyes FBI Overhaul with Rogers as Director, Patel as MAGA Deputy

Nov 22, 2024, 02:18 AM

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering two candidates for key positions within the FBI. Mike Rogers, a former FBI special agent and Michigan congressman, is being considered for the role of FBI Director. Kash Patel, a controversial figure and MAGA loyalist, is being eyed for the position of Deputy FBI Director. This potential appointment aims to balance the interests of Senate Republicans, who are concerned about Trump's plans to disrupt the FBI, and the MAGA base, which has expressed frustration with the agency. The consideration of Rogers, who has a history of supporting surveillance programs and has been critical of Trump in the past, has sparked significant opposition from Trump's supporters. They argue that Rogers would not bring the necessary change to the FBI, pointing to his past support for figures like James Clapper and his involvement in promoting the Russian collusion narrative. Conversely, Patel is favored by grassroots conservatives for his insider knowledge of the FBI's operations and his perceived ability to 'clean house' within the agency.