Susan Collins to Vote Against Kash Patel, Warns Of Him Seeking Retribution At The FBI
"As I have stated previously, these initiatives raise the specter that adverse actions could be taken against FBI employees - including special agents in the field"
How each senator voted on the Kash Patel nomination
The US Senate on Thursday voted to approve Kash Patel as FBI director in a mostly party-line vote, clearing the way for one of President Donald Trump’s most controversial appointments.
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Patel is a controversial nominee, having long raged against the so-called Deep State and prioritized his loyalty to Trump.
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Democrats had complained about Patel's lack of management experience and highlighted incendiary past statements that they said called his judgment into question.
Susan Collins votes no as Kash Patel narrowly wins confirmation as FBI chief
Maine's Republican senator cited Patel's 'aggressive political activity' as one reason for her opposition and Democrats warned that Patel had vowed to seek revenge against anti-Trump conspirators.
Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI director in 51-49 vote
The Senate confirmed Kash Patel to serve as director of the FBI, approving a key ally of President Trump to lead the bureau.
Susan Collins to oppose Kash Patel as FBI chief
Sen. Susan Collins said Thursday she will vote against Kash Patel, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Collins, who has been seen a potential Republican swing vote on Trump nominees,
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Susan Collins (R-ME) said she would be voting against Patel, pointing out that Patel has failed to show his apolitical attitude toward the FBI. “Mr. Patel has made numerous politically charged statements in his book and elsewhere discrediting the work of the FBI,
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