US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel as the next Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Patel, a seasoned lawyer and investigator, played key roles during Trump’s first term, serving as Chief of Staff at the Department of Defense and in other senior positions. If confirmed by the Senate, Patel will become the first Indian-American and South Asian to lead the FBI.
Trump praised Patel’s dedication to justice, his efforts to combat crime and trafficking, and his pivotal role in exposing the “Russia Hoax.” Patel’s nomination highlights the growing influence of the Indian-American community in US politics, following figures like Nikki Haley, who served as Trump’s UN Ambassador, and Kamala Harris, the current Vice President.
Q.: Who has been nominated as the next Director of the FBI by US President-elect Donald Trump?
(A) Pam Bondi
(B) Nikki Haley
(C) Kash Patel
(D) Kamala Harris
Answer: (C) Kash Patel
US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel as the next Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).