Sat Feb 01 04:06:45 UTC 2025: ## Indian-American Nominee Kash Patel’s Senate Hearing Watched Anxiously by Family in Gujarat

**Anand, Gujarat –** Kashyap “Kash” Patel’s confirmation hearing for FBI Director before the US Senate Judiciary Committee was followed closely by his family in Vidyanagar, Gujarat. His maternal uncle, speaking anonymously to The Indian Express, described Patel’s performance as “resilient” and said the family is eagerly awaiting the outcome. If confirmed, Patel would be the first Hindu and Indian-American to hold the position.

The uncle highlighted Patel’s self-made success, noting that neither side of his family has any political background in India or the US. He detailed Patel’s career progression, starting as a public defender in Miami, then moving to Washington D.C. where he served as a senior advisor under the Obama administration. The uncle emphasized Patel’s expertise in anti-terrorism and his ability to handle the pressures of the FBI Director role.

Patel’s parents, who were visiting India, returned to the US to attend the hearing. The hearing began with Patel greeting his parents with “Jai Shri Krishna” and later touching their feet, actions that drew media attention to his Indian heritage. His sister, based in London, also attended. The uncle described Patel’s connection to Indian culture as a deeply held personal belief, practiced even in his Washington D.C. apartment where he maintains a dedicated temple space.

The uncle further detailed the family’s history, tracing their migration from Uganda to the US following the Idi Amin coup in 1971. He described Patel’s father’s career as an accountant and the family’s eventual settlement in the US, while maintaining connections and annual visits to India. The family’s strong Hindu faith was also highlighted. The article concludes with the family expressing their hope for Patel’s confirmation. (Note: Information about Chhavi Hussein unrelated to the main story has been omitted.)

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