Washington D.C., USA – President-elect Donald Trump revealed his intention to nominate Kash Patel as the next director of the FBI. This move would require the current director, Christopher Wray, to either resign or be dismissed, as he still has three years left in his 10-year term after being appointed by Trump in 2017.

Trump made the announcement on Truth Social, praising Patel as a “brilliant lawyer, investigator, and ‘America First’ fighter” who has dedicated his career to exposing corruption and protecting the American people. The President-elect also expressed his confidence in Patel’s ability to work alongside Attorney General Pam Bondi to restore “Fidelity, Bravery, and Integrity” to the FBI.

The decision to nominate Patel comes after Trump’s falling out with Wray, whose tenure at the FBI soured in the eyes of the former President before his departure in 2021. Trump’s distrust of the FBI deepened after a search at his Mar-a-Lago resort in August 2022 led to his indictment for allegedly retaining classified documents.

As the news of Patel’s nomination unfolds, it is important to note that this story is still developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The potential shift in leadership at the FBI under the new administration raises questions about the future direction of the bureau and its role in upholding justice and protecting national security.