Kash Patel, Trump Adviser

FBI Director Christopher Wray’s tenure may be coming to an end, as President-elect Donald Trump’s team prepares for a possible replacement. Wray, appointed by Trump in 2017 to a 10-year term, has expressed his desire to continue leading the FBI, but sources suggest he’s also bracing for a potential exit.

Trump has been critical of Wray and the FBI, claiming the agency is plagued by politically motivated and corrupt executives. In July, Trump demanded Wray’s resignation after the director testified that Trump’s ear injury might not have been caused by a bullet. The FBI later confirmed the injury was indeed caused by a bullet.

Kash Patel, a Trump adviser and former House and National Security Council staffer, is being considered for Wray’s position, as well as the top spot at the CIA. Patel has been a vocal critic of the Justice Department and has called for a “comprehensive housecleaning” at the agency.

Patel’s background includes working for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and serving as a top Defense Department official during Trump’s first administration. He’s also known for his controversial statements, including a promise to “come after” politicians and journalists perceived as enemies of Trump.

If Trump decides to replace Wray, the new FBI director would need to be confirmed by the Senate, where Republicans will hold a majority starting in January. Patel’s potential appointment has sparked concern among some national security officials, who view him as “volatile and too eager to please” Trump ¹.

The potential shake-up at the FBI and CIA comes as Trump announces staffing changes for his new administration, including Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff and Tom Homan as “border czar.” As the situation unfolds, many are watching to see how Trump’s leadership will shape the nation’s top law enforcement and intelligence agencies.

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