Sat Feb 22 17:58:08 UTC 2025: ## Indian Business Leader Praises New FBI Director Kash Patel
**Washington D.C./Mumbai** – Anand Mahindra, chairman of the Mahindra and Mahindra Group, expressed his approval of Kash Patel’s appointment as the new FBI Director via a social media post. Mahindra’s post, featuring a photo of Patel, generated significant online discussion, with many users echoing his sentiment. Patel, an Indian-American, was sworn in on Friday following a close Senate vote.
Patel, in his swearing-in speech, highlighted his journey as a first-generation Indian-American achieving this high-profile position, emphasizing the “American Dream.” He vowed to prioritize accountability within the FBI and ensure rigorous constitutional oversight.
Former President Donald Trump also voiced his strong support for Patel, predicting he would be “the best ever” FBI Director and noting the agency’s positive reception of him. Patel’s appointment comes at a crucial time for the FBI, following recent departures of senior officials and a request for the names of thousands of agents involved in the January 6th Capitol riot investigation.
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