Kash Patel was confirmed by the Senate as the next FBI Director with a 51-49 vote. Senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski voted against Patel, citing concerns about his previous political activities possibly influencing his tenure. Mitch McConnell, despite opposing many prominent Trump picks including Tulsi Gabbard and RFK Jr, supported Patel.
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