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FBI Director Unveils Controversial Trophy Targeting Trump Allies

1/23/2026

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FBI Director Kash Patel revealed former officials created a 'self-awarded' trophy for the Arctic Frost probe, targeting U.S. President Donald Trump and his allies after 2020 election.
The trophy bears 'AF' with a lightning bolt and dollar sign, plus a raised U.S. map and miniature buildings.
Patel called the old FBI 'a diseased temple' and said he disbanded the CR-15 unit, while Republican lawmakers say the probe targeted GOP entities.

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FBI Director Kash Patel revealed former officials created a 'self-awarded' trophy for the Arctic Frost probe, targeting U.S. President Donald Trump and his allies after 2020 election.
The trophy bears 'AF' with a lightning bolt and dollar sign, plus a raised U.S. map and miniature buildings.
Patel called the old FBI 'a diseased temple' and said he disbanded the CR-15 unit, while Republican lawmakers say the probe targeted GOP entities.