Indian-origin Kash Patel is the new FBI director, promises to make agency, ‘transparent and accountable’

Donald Trump loyalist Kash Patel, on Thursday, made history as the first Indian-origin director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) after Senate gave their confirmation.

After the Senate approval, Patel expressed his gratitude and vowed to rebuild the agency into one that is "transparent, accountable, and committed to justice."

Thanking Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi he said he is commited to restore public trust in the FBI.

Patel posted on X, "I am honoured to be confirmed as the ninth Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Thank you to President Trump and Attorney General Bondi for your unwavering confidence and support."