Kash Patel Becomes First Indian-American FBI Director After Tight Senate Vote

Patel pledges to prioritize transparency and accountability in his new role leading the agency.

Kash Patel has been confirmed as the FBI's first Indian-American director, following a narrow 51-49 Senate vote.
Two Republican senators, Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski, joined all 47 Democrats in opposing Patel's nomination.
Patel has promised to restore public trust in the FBI by focusing on transparency, accountability, and justice.
The confirmation has drawn criticism from Democrats, citing concerns over Patel's past statements and qualifications.
Aides to former President Donald Trump, under whose administration Patel was nominated, celebrated the confirmation with social media posts, including a Bollywood meme.