
Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) is intensifying his campaign to prevent President Donald Trump’s nomination of Kash Patel as FBI director. Durbin sent formal requests to the Justice Department, Department of Defense and Office of the Director of National Intelligence, demanding any available information that could undermine Patel’s credibility.
Durbin claims Patel obstructed the Biden administration’s transition process and attempted to declassify sensitive documents for political gain. These accusations appear to be part of a broader strategy to derail Patel’s nomination and protect the entrenched bureaucracy.
KASH PATEL: “Bill Gates is lobbying the Senate night and day to prevent the Epstein’s Island list from being released…and then Dick Durbin comes out and says he’s not going to release the names.”
FYI — Bill Gates met with Dick Durbin last week.
What are they trying to hide? pic.twitter.com/Oj7mQTvREt
— Ben Swann (@BenSwann_) December 19, 2024
Democrat Senator Dick Durbin blocked the release of Epstein's flight records.
He also said Kash Patel is an unqualified loyalist and should be rejected by the Senate.
This is super creepy. He is clearly panicking about Kash Patel exposing this.
This is what he said to Pam… pic.twitter.com/aiGKFBOEEe
— Mrs Denosko🇺🇸 🌝 (@Denosko1) January 16, 2025
Patel has long been a critic of deep state operatives and has actively worked to expose corruption in government. His nomination poses a threat to Democrats who have benefited from unchecked control over federal agencies.
Dick Durbin, the man who refused to release the Jeffrey Epstein flight logs, is petrified of Kash Patel becoming FBI Director.
Now remember that Kash Patel promised to release Jeffrey Epstein's black book on day one.
Do the math.
Imagine all the elite criminals sweating at… pic.twitter.com/0nv1upqmD2— Green Lives Matter (@Ultrafrog17) January 15, 2025
Trump’s spokesperson Alex Pfeiffer defended Patel, stating he is “proud of his service” and prepared to answer any concerns during his confirmation hearing. Patel’s extensive experience in national security and government operations makes him well-qualified for the role.
SENATOR DURBIN BLOCKED EPSTEIN FLIGHT LOGS
Senator Durbin, why are you covering up for Jeffrey Epstein's clients in blocking Senator Blackburns subpoena for the flight logs?
Are you and your friends on that list?
We want justice for the children 😡 pic.twitter.com/2b640mPoih
— Redpill Drifter (@RedpillDrifter) December 1, 2023
Durbin even referenced Patel during Attorney General nominee Pam Bondi’s confirmation hearing, attempting to associate him with conspiracy theories. Bondi dismissed these claims and confirmed Patel would operate within the law.
You know @Kash_Patel is the right person when concerned one has a history of plagiarism, lying & protests too much✈️ 🌴
Pam was calm. Kash will be too. But inside one can't look at Durbin without wanting to ask: pic.twitter.com/T3HyYZ36hc
— Maria Dorfner, NewsMD (@Maria_Dorfner) January 16, 2025
Patel’s confirmation hearing has yet to be scheduled, but Durbin’s aggressive actions reveal the deep state’s fear of the reforms Patel could bring to the FBI.