FBI Director Kash Patel likely to be ousted amid Trump Cabinet reshuffle

13 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Apr 25

A top White House official says Patel is expected to be removed soon, following recent firings of AG Pam Bondi, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, and Labor chief Lori Chavez-DeRemer.
President Trump is reportedly frustrated by negative stories about Patel, including allegations of inebriation and misuse of FBI resources, which have become a distraction for the administration.
The shakeup comes as Trump seeks to project control ahead of the midterms, while his administration faces ongoing challenges including Middle East negotiations, legal battles, and controversial domestic policy moves.

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