Trump’s FBI pick Kash Patel locks down Senate support as Wray prepares to quit | First Thing

The controversial figure is picking up committee support for his confirmation. Plus, Nato chief urges Europe to adopt a wartime mindset'

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Donald Trump's controversial pick for FBI director, Kash Patel, has broadly secured support from Republicans on the Senate judiciary committee, laying the foundation for his confirmation after its current director said he would quit once the president-elect takes office.

How has Patel dealt with scrutiny? He has kept a lower profile and often ignored the media, with aides acknowledging that other nominees have provided useful cover.

Where is Mangione now? He remains jailed without bail in Pennsylvania.