The Case Against Kash Patel
The FBI Director must protect the rule of law, not the president
We need leaders who will defend justice, NOT bend it. The FBI director must be someone who will stand up to political pressure, uphold the law, and serve the American people — not a political party or a single leader. Kash Patel’s record suggests he is not that person.
Top 5 Reasons to Oppose Kash Patel for FBI Director
Promotes Partisan Retaliation: Publicly threatened media figures and political opponents of Donald Trump with jail time or financial ruin — including conservatives Liz Cheney and
— undermining Democracy and chilling free speech. He also authored a book naming an "enemies list," signaling a focus on personal and political vendettas.Espouses Undemocratic Ideals: Wrote a book portraying Trump as a king and himself as a wizard, reflecting authoritarian and self-aggrandizing tendencies.
Election Denialism: Denied the results of the 2020 presidential election, perpetuating baseless claims of voter fraud — including that the FBI was involved in the January 6th, 2021 attack on the Capitol — and undermining confidence in electoral processes.
Polarizing and Controversial Persona: Advocates rhetoric and policies that foster division rather than constructive dialogue or solutions.
Lacks Judgment and Temperament: Advocated shutting down the FBI headquarters and converting it into a "Museum of the Deep State." His media appearances showcase extreme ideas that could undermine institutional integrity and public trust.
Time and again, Kash Patel has demonstrated loyalty to individuals over loyalty to the rule of law. Whether it was his involvement in attempts to undermine the intelligence community or spreading baseless claims that the 2020 election was rigged, his actions show a troubling disregard for the independence and integrity that the FBI must maintain.
America’s justice system is built on trust. The FBI, as our nation’s top law enforcement agency, plays a critical role in upholding that trust. It ensures that laws are enforced fairly, without fear or favor, and that no one — no matter how powerful — is above the law.
The role of FBI Director demands someone who can handle heat from all sides and keep their focus on justice, not loyalty to one person. Leaders who can’t withstand political pressure have no business in the job, because when they falter, it’s not just the agency that suffers — it’s the public who pays the price.
That’s why the idea of Kash Patel leading the FBI should concern every American.
The FBI’s mission is too important to be compromised by leaders seeking to use it for retribution. Imagine an FBI director who prioritizes personal loyalty to a president over enforcing the law fairly. Such a leader would further erode public trust in the FBI and leave the agency vulnerable to political manipulation. That’s not just dangerous — it’s a direct threat to our democracy.
This is a moment for all of us to pay attention. Our democracy depends on the independence of institutions like the FBI. We must demand leaders who will strengthen these institutions, not weaken them.
America deserves better. We deserve an FBI that serves justice and the rule of law — not the interests of any one person. Together, let’s stand up for what’s right and ensure the FBI remains an independent institution.
Let’s speak out. Our democracy depends on it.