Kash Patel Praises Radical Extremists

Kash Patel has frequently associated with—and sometimes praised—extremist figures with well-documented histories of racist, antisemitic, conspiratorial, or violent statements or beliefs.
This history is extremely concerning for someone who may be a top law enforcement officer.
Ted Nugentis a radical political activist who referred toPresident Obamaas a “subhuman mongrel,” as well as referring toJewish peoplewho supported gun safety laws as “Nazis in disguise” and crudely disparagingthe late Senator Dianne Feinstein,Barbara Boxer, andHillary Clinton. Kash Patel called him“the best of USA”and evenparticipated in an interviewwith him that Patel failed to disclose to the Committee.
Kash Patelshares photopraising Ted Nugent on Truth Social
Laura Loomeris a far-right political activist and conspiracy theorist whocalledthe September 11thterrorist attack an “inside job” andaccusedFlorida First Lady Casey DeSantis of exaggerating her cancer diagnosis for sympathy. Kash Patelappearedwith Loomer while promoting his book and seemingly promoted her book as well.
Kash Patelposesfor a photo with Laura Loomer
Stew Petersis a far-right internet personality who promotes abhorrent conspiracy theories, including that Chief Justice Roberts and Vice President Pencewere pedophiles. He also called for Anthony Fauci’s execution,workedwith neo-Nazi Nick Fuentes, and posted a picture of himselfsmilingwith a copy ofMein Kampfwith the caption “Visionary leadership.” Kash Patel made eight separate appearances on his podcast, according to his questionnaire.
Joe Kentwas a congressional candidate in Washington who has ties tomultipleneo-Naziinfluencers. Kash Patelendorsedhim in his race.
Doug Mastrianowas a gubernatorial candidate in Pennsylvania whowore a Confederate uniform,compared abortionin the United States to the Holocaust,paida white nationalist-friendly social media platform, andhireda former member of the Oath Keepers. Kash Patelendorsedhim and called him a “patriot” and a “warrior.”
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement:
“Kash Patel has a history of associating with extremist figures who have well-documented histories of racist, antisemitic, and conspiratorial statements and beliefs. This lack of judgment is very concerning for someone who hopes to be our nation’s top law enforcement officer.”
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