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FBI Director Claims Evidence Supports Trump's Election Fraud Claims

4/20/2026

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FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau has evidence supporting U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that the 2020 election was stolen.
Patel suggested the material could be released soon.
Critics, including courts and election officials, have consistently rejected Trump's claims of widespread fraud.
The remarks come amid scrutiny of Patel's leadership and a defamation lawsuit he filed against a publication.

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FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau has evidence supporting U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that the 2020 election was stolen.
Patel suggested the material could be released soon.
Critics, including courts and election officials, have consistently rejected Trump's claims of widespread fraud.
The remarks come amid scrutiny of Patel's leadership and a defamation lawsuit he filed against a publication.