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Sen. Eric Schmitt: FBI Desperately Needs Reform, Kash Patel Is Very Qualified And Will Get Senate's Support


Published on 2024-12-15 12:00:39 - RealClearPolitics
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  • Republican Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt expresses support for Donald Trump's pick for FBI director, Kash Patel, during an interview with George Stephanopoulos on ABC's "This Week." "This guy served as deputy chief of staff at the Department of Defense,
The article from RealClearPolitics discusses comments made by Senator Eric Schmitt on Fox News regarding the need for reform within the FBI. Schmitt criticizes the current state of the FBI, suggesting it has become politicized and requires significant changes. He supports Kash Patel, a former Trump administration official, for a potential role in leading this reform, stating that Patel is well-qualified and would likely receive Senate support. Schmitt highlights Patel's understanding of the intelligence community and his commitment to depoliticizing the FBI, emphasizing the urgency of restoring public trust in the institution.

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