Sworn in as FBI director
Kash Patel officially became the ninth Director of the FBI on Friday. He took the oath on the Bhagavad Gita, with US Attorney General Pam Bondi overseeing the ceremony. (ANI photo)
Family by side
Patel’s girlfriend and family stood beside him as he was sworn in, marking a proud moment for his Indian-American roots. (AP photo)
Living the American dream
Patel called his appointment proof that the American dream is alive. "A first-generation Indian is leading the FBI—this can’t happen anywhere else," he said. (PTI photo)
Trump’s endorsement
President Donald Trump praised Patel as a "tough and strong" leader, calling him the best choice for the role. (AP photo)
White House support
The White House said Patel’s confirmation would help restore integrity in the FBI and ensure fair justice. (AP photo)
Narrow Senate approval
The Senate confirmed Patel with a close 51-49 vote. While two Republican senators opposed him, he secured enough support to take charge. (PTI photo)