Kash Patel Faces Allegations of FBI Purge Ahead of Senate Confirmation Vote

Sen. Dick Durbin calls for an investigation into whistleblower claims that Patel directed FBI firings while still a private citizen.

Sen. Dick Durbin has accused Kash Patel, President Trump's FBI director nominee, of orchestrating a 'purge' of FBI officials before his Senate confirmation.
Whistleblowers allege that Patel issued directives through White House and DOJ officials, contradicting his sworn testimony denying knowledge of such plans.
Durbin has requested the DOJ Inspector General investigate the claims, which, if true, could constitute perjury by Patel during his Senate hearing.
Patel's confirmation hearing included assurances he would protect FBI employees from political retribution, but critics question his independence and motives.
The Senate Judiciary Committee is set to vote on Patel's nomination Thursday, with Republicans largely supporting him despite Democratic opposition.