U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell | Mitch McConnell Official website
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell | Mitch McConnell Official website
U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell has expressed his views on the confirmation of Kash Patel as the new FBI Director. In a statement released from Washington, D.C., McConnell emphasized the increasing threats facing the United States, ranging from terrorism and cybercrime to violent crime and counterespionage.
McConnell highlighted the challenges that have recently affected the FBI's reputation due to high-profile scandals. He noted that these issues risk politicizing the Bureau's essential work. "Director Patel has committed to restoring Americans’ trust in the FBI," McConnell stated, expressing hope that Patel will act swiftly to improve transparency, accountability, and cooperation with Congress.
Additionally, McConnell underscored the importance of maintaining focus on counterintelligence missions amid rising threats from foreign adversaries like China. "The FBI must not lose sight of its counterintelligence mission," he concluded.
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