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The Senate Judiciary Committee is set to cast their votes on Kash Patel’s nomination for FBI Director following intense deliberations and a contentious confirmation hearing that took place last week.
Sen. Dick Durbin, who blocked the release of the Epstein flight logs, is leading the charge to block the confirmation of Kash Patel to the FBI. Patel has promised to release the Epstein files. pic.twitter.com/cmxmn5YFPO
— Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) February 6, 2025
During his testimony, Patel engaged in heated exchanges with Democratic committee members who questioned his credibility. He made a significant pledge during the hearing, promising to release comprehensive information about the Jeffrey Epstein case should he be confirmed as the bureau’s director.
I have repeatedly requested a subpoena for the Epstein flight logs from the FBI.
As FBI Director, Kash Patel will work with me to release the Epstein files. pic.twitter.com/D4UyC4O9Rb
— Sen. Marsha Blackburn (@MarshaBlackburn) February 6, 2025
The Democratic opposition to Patel’s nomination comes amid growing frustration within their ranks, as previous “controversial” nominees from the Trump administration have successfully navigated the committee process. Both Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard have already secured committee approval and are now awaiting their final confirmation votes on the Senate floor.
