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FBI Director Defends Leadership Amid Dismal Criticism

12/2/2025

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During a September House Judiciary Committee hearing, a leaked report described FBI Director Kash Patel's first six months as "dismal" and criticized his leadership.
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) mocked Patel on social media, prompting Patel to defend himself by citing a 30% rise in domestic-terror arrests.
The House Ethics Committee concluded a two-year investigation into related matters without action in May 2023.

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During a September House Judiciary Committee hearing, a leaked report described FBI Director Kash Patel's first six months as "dismal" and criticized his leadership.
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) mocked Patel on social media, prompting Patel to defend himself by citing a 30% rise in domestic-terror arrests.
The House Ethics Committee concluded a two-year investigation into related matters without action in May 2023.