Newly minted FBI Director Kash Patel takes the helm at a bureau that is increasingly distrusted by the American people and has been at the center of major political controversies in recent years with a plan to restore trust in the institution.
His success, former agents and bureau leaders tell Just the News, depends on Patel’s ability to cement himself clearly as the leader of the FBI and bring a loyal team to headquarters that are willing and able to carry out his plans.
Trust in the Federal Bureau of Investigation has declined to 41%, down from nearly 60% about a decade ago, in the most recent polling data amid accusations from President Trump and Republicans that the bureau has become increasingly politicized.
The Russia collusion investigation initially approved by FBI leaders soured President Trump’s trust in the agency, especially after an inspector general’s investigation found the probe into his campaign’s alleged connections with Russia was unfounded.
In recent years, Congressional Republicans have pointed to bureau retaliation against whistleblowers, pursuit of pro-life activists, and overzealous investigations into Jan. 6 defendants as evidence the agency has lost its way. […]
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