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Kash Patel's FBI Nomination Raises Concerns in Senate Questionnaire

Kash Patel's FBI Nomination Raises Concerns in Senate Questionnaire
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  • Trump nominates Kash Patel as FBI Director; nomination hearing set for January 29.
  • New documents spotlight Patel's defense of a human trafficker, raising ethical concerns.
  • Senate finds Patel's role in Benghazi probe was less significant than previously believed.
  • Patel's involvement in diversity programs is highlighted in newly released documents.
  • Kash Patel, son of Indian immigrants, grew up on Long Island and served as a public defender.
  • Patel faces scrutiny over past legal strategies and controversial defense cases.
  • Membership in an exclusive Vegas club raises questions about Patel's social affiliations.
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