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Patel’s comment about not asking FBI agents who they voted for was not just noteworthy because it is almost surely not true, but because it shows how little he cares about things like perjuring himself to Congress and his oath to the constitution. It’s also noteworthy because Patel repeatedly refused to answer questions about Driscoll’s allegations, citing the ongoing nature of the lawsuit.

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Patel’s apparent lack of concern about lying to Congress is just the latest example of the Trump administration’s complete disregard for checks and balances and the rule of law. With an exodus of experienced agents like Driscoll who have either been fired or have resigned in the first nine months of the Trump administration, the FBI is now in prime position to carry out its next major initiative — targeting left-wing organizations to avenge the death of right-wing influencer and political operative Charlie Kirk.

Patel has a lot to prove in the wake of Kirk’s killing — even some MAGA diehards questioned his handling of the case, especially his initial fumble in claiming the killer was in custody only to retract that statement hours later. He clearly hopes to save some face by having the FBI investigate left-wing groups that the Trump administration and congressional Republicans want people to believe are somehow responsible for Kirk’s murder.

With his back against the wall, Patel is setting up the FBI to act as the vanguard of a federal government that is completely weaponized against any and all Americans who stand in opposition to the Trump regime.