Published September 28, 2026 at 10:15 AM ET · Updated September 28, 2026 at 12:09 PM ET
Kash Patel's right-hand man departs FBI
3 independent outlets are covering this story, first reported here by The New Republic. Verification: Confirmed (how we verify). Every headline links to the original reporting.
A top deputy to FBI Director Kash Patel, described as his right-hand man, has abruptly left the bureau. Raw Story reports that sources say the deputy was angry he did not get the director's job. The New Republic separately reports that Patel was caught with a suspected double agent at Alina Habba's wedding.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 2 d ago, when The New Republic reported it. Coverage has since grown to 3 independent outlets, including 2 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 2 d ago from Daily Caller.
