Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin has expressed his support for Kash Patel to become the next FBI director after a meeting on Capitol Hill. Mullin also praised Pete Hegseth for his exceptional performance in meetings with senators, stating that there is unanimous Republican support for the current nominees.
When asked about his confidence in Patel's nomination, Mullin affirmed his comfort with the choice, citing his personal acquaintance with Patel and their discussions. He emphasized that he was already at ease with the decision prior to their meeting.
Addressing concerns about the political capital required for controversial nominees, Mullin dismissed the notion, asserting that all the nominees under consideration are well-qualified for their respective positions.
