
Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) is leading a coordinated effort to block President Donald Trump’s FBI nominee Kash Patel, signaling panic within the Democratic Party over Trump’s plans to reform federal agencies. Durbin sent letters to several federal agencies, pressing them to uncover any damaging information that could derail Patel’s nomination.
Durbin claims Patel obstructed the Biden transition and mishandled classified documents. These allegations seem designed to discredit Patel and prevent him from exposing the deep-seated corruption that has flourished under Democratic leadership.
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 been a consistent critic of deep state actors and is known for working to hold powerful officials accountable. His appointment to the FBI threatens to disrupt the carefully maintained system that has protected political elites from scrutiny.
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 team stood behind Patel, with spokesperson Alex Pfeiffer highlighting Patel’s extensive service and readiness to answer questions during his confirmation hearing. Patel’s background in national security roles makes him well-equipped to lead the FBI during a time when reform is essential.
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
During Pam Bondi’s confirmation hearing for Attorney General, Durbin attempted to smear Patel by bringing up unfounded conspiracy allegations. Bondi rejected these claims, stating that Patel would follow the law if confirmed.
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 not been scheduled, but Democrats’ relentless opposition suggests they fear the sweeping reforms Patel could bring to the FBI and federal government.