No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen Trump goes off the deep end with Cabinet pick
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Dec 1, 2024 
Tommy Vietor, co-host of Pod Save America, and Max Stier, CEO of the Partnership for Public Service, dive into the alarming nomination of Kash Patel to lead the FBI. They discuss the potential ramifications of replacing career civil servants with loyalists and the importance of the Democratic Party revamping its strategies to better engage voters. The conversation also touches on the need for accountability in government and the vital role of civil service in maintaining a stable democracy amid rising political tensions.
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Barr Opposes Patel
- Bill Barr, Trump's Attorney General, strongly opposed Kash Patel's potential FBI appointment.
- Barr cited Patel's lack of experience and the potential damage to the FBI's reputation.
Patel's Intentions
- Kash Patel's statements reveal his intention to prosecute those who reported on Biden's win.
- He views this as combating a "deep state" conspiracy against Trump.
Trump's Priorities
- Trump prioritizes loyalists in key positions like Attorney General and FBI Director.
- These picks suggest a focus on retribution rather than governance.