How Trump Rolled Out this Kash Patel Pick Is Part of Spinning False Claims about Rule of Law - emptywheel
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Trump's choice of Kash Patel as FBI Director, embraced by Trump's narrative, forces media to address false claims about the Deep State, highlighting ongoing confrontations.
Patel aligns with Trump's belief that the justice system needs to be purged of bias, asserting that investigations into Trump were unjustified, amplifying partisan narratives.
In announcing Kash Patel, Trump labeled him a 'brilliant lawyer' and 'America First' advocate, while critics note Patel's lack of typical credentials for FBI leadership.
The claim that investigations into Trump were purely partisan overlooks historical investigations into Hillary Clinton, emphasizing a complex relationship between politics and law enforcement.
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