Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) expressed confidence Thursday that Kash Patel will clear the Senate confirmation hurdle and become the next FBI director after being nominated for the role by President-elect Donald Trump.
Cornyn was asked by conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt on Dec. 5 if he believes Patel will be confirmed by the Senate to lead the FBI.
“Yes, he will be,” the Texas Republican replied. “People I have great respect for … have recommended him highly.”
Cornyn said he’s still working to schedule a face-to-face meeting with Patel, while praising his experience, including his work with the House Intelligence Committee on the investigation into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election….