Elaina Plott Calabro, a Staff writer at The Atlantic known for her profile on Kash Patel, dives into the controversial rise of Patel within Trump's inner circle. They discuss Patel’s journey from public defender to a potential FBI director, highlighting the mixed reactions of loyalty he elicits. The conversation unveils his children’s book portraying Trump as a hero and examines the implications of Patel’s nomination against the backdrop of current political tensions. What does this mean for the FBI and Trump's legacy?
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Patel's Book
Kash Patel's children's book, "The Plot Against the King," portrays Trump as a king and Patel as a wizard.
The book surprisingly sold very well, indicating a receptive audience for its portrayal of Trump.
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Exceptional Devotion
Elaina Plott Calabro describes Kash Patel as exceptionally devoted to Trump.
Even Trump loyalists distrusted Patel, with Trump being the sole exception.
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Courtroom Performance
Patel excelled as a performer in court but lacked the diligence for in-depth legal work.
Colleagues noted his courtroom charm but also his disinterest in detailed analysis.
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In this children's book, Kash Patel partners with BRAVE Books to present a fictionalized account of what he describes as Hillary Clinton's plot against Donald Trump. The story is filled with characters like Comma-la-la-la, Shifty (Adam Schiff), and the Dragon of Jalapenos (DOJ), and features Kash as the hero who helps King Donald overcome the challenges. The book is part of a series aimed at educating children about political issues through a fantastical narrative.
During his first administration, Donald Trump tried naming Kash Patel as deputy director of the FBI, but members of the administration pushed back. Now with the second administration filled with loyalists, Trump has named Patel as his pick for FBI director. What does Trump see in this guy?
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