Kash Patel's FBI Tenure Marred by Scandals: Trump's Camp Considers Removal by Year-End

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The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Kash Patel, is facing mounting pressure to step down amidst a series of controversies that have rocked his tenure since early 2025. Sources close to Donald Trump's camp have indicated that they are 'frustrated' with the negative headlines surrounding Patel and may remove him by the end of the year. Patel has been at the center of five major controversies, including the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, which have sparked outrage among the public and conservative circles. Despite earlier promises to release all Epstein-related files, Patel has yet to fulfill this commitment, leading to widespread criticism. Another controversy surrounds Patel's use of FBI resources for personal purposes, including his girlfriend, country music star Alexis Wilkins. The FBI SWAT team has been deployed to protect her, raising concerns about the misuse of government resources and special-ops agents being used for non-official purposes. Additionally, Patel has been accused of using an FBI jet for travel to events attended by his girlfriend, further fueling the controversy. Patel's tenure has also been marred by internal purges and perceived politicisation, with several senior career civil servants being removed and reassigned. Democrats have expressed 'grave concerns' about the sudden removal of these officials and have demanded answers regarding the scope and legality of the purge. In another incident, Patel presented 3D-printed 'revolver' gifts to senior New Zealand law enforcement officials during a visit to Wellington, which were later deemed to be prohibited firearms under the country's strict gun laws. The incident has been viewed as a worrying diplomatic blunder. Finally, concerns have been raised about Patel's foreign ties and past dealings, including his consulting work for the Embassy of Qatar and undisclosed foreign engagements. These issues have raised questions about his ethical propriety and potential influence on decision-making at the FBI. As the controversies surrounding Patel's tenure continue to mount, Trump's camp is considering removing him by the end of the year. The outcome of this situation remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the FBI's credibility and reputation are at stake.