The Rachel Maddow Show 'Untrustworthy': Past colleagues of Trump's FBI pick, Kash Patel, warn he makes stuff up
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Jan 28, 2025 Senator Adam Schiff, a Democratic Senator from California and member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, raises serious concerns about Kash Patel’s nomination to lead the FBI. Schiff discusses Patel's troubling history of making false claims during his tenure in the Trump administration. The conversation delves into the implications of Patel’s potential leadership, emphasizing the importance of integrity in national security roles. Schiff warns of the risks associated with appointing someone whose qualifications may be inflated amid ongoing debates about misinformation and accountability.
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Previous FBI Appointment Attempt
- Donald Trump first tried to appoint Kash Patel as FBI Deputy Director during his initial term.
- This attempt failed due to strong opposition from then-Attorney General Bill Barr, citing Patel's lack of qualifications.
Concerns about Trustworthiness
- Multiple former Trump administration officials have questioned Kash Patel's trustworthiness and qualifications.
- These officials, including Trump's deputy national security advisor, highlight Patel's tendency to embellish and mislead.
False Benghazi Claim
- Kash Patel falsely claimed to be the lead prosecutor in the Benghazi case.
- The New York Times fact-checked this claim, revealing Patel held a junior role and joined the investigation well after it had begun.