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'Someone who sees enemies everywhere': How Kash Patel's years as a government lawyer fueled his disdain for Washington elites


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Years before he was Donald Trump's pick to lead the FBI, Kash Patel was a midlevel Justice Department lawyer who once drew the ire of a Texas judge who described Patel as being precisely the kind of federal bureaucrat he has vowed to weed out in his crusade against the so-called deep state.

The article from CNN discusses the appointment of Kash Patel, a former Trump administration official, to a high-ranking position within the FBI. Patel, known for his controversial tenure and close ties to former President Donald Trump, has been appointed as a senior legal advisor. His role involves overseeing sensitive investigations and legal matters, which has raised concerns among some current and former FBI officials about potential politicization of the agency. Critics argue that Patel's history of promoting conspiracy theories and his involvement in contentious political battles could undermine the FBI's independence and integrity. The appointment has sparked debate over the influence of political appointees in law enforcement and national security roles, with supporters praising his loyalty and understanding of Trump's policies, while detractors fear it might lead to biased investigations and a departure from the FBI's apolitical tradition.

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