Webster concerned about Kash Patel’s allegiance to Donald Trump
With his experience thanks to his former positions but also his longevity (William Webster celebrated his 100th birthday last March, Editor’s note), Webster is worried about Kash Patel’s allegiance to Donald Trump. “While Mr. Patel’s intelligence and patriotism are commendable, his close political alignment with President Trump raises serious concerns about his impartiality and integrity. His record of carrying out the president’s directives suggests a loyalty to individuals rather than the rule of law – a dangerous precedent for an agency charged with the impartial application of justice“, he declared. Fears justified since the new director of the FBI has already promised to pursue the political adversaries of the new President. Patel is also known to be a follower of conspiracy theories. He had already declared wanting to close the FBI headquarters in Washington to replace it with a museum of the “deep state”.
A lack of leadership for Tulsi Gabbard
For Tulsi Gabbard, it is her lack of experience in the field that raises certain fears. “Gabbard’s profound lack of intelligence experience and the daunting task of overseeing 18 disparate intelligence agencies further underscore the need for experienced leadership. Effective management of our intelligence community requires unparalleled expertise to address the complexities of global threats and to maintain the trust of allied nations. Without this trust, our ability to protect sensitive secrets and collaborate internationally is severely diminished“, specifies Webster. He is also concerned about the independence of the former Democrat turned Republican, because she has already openly issued pro-Putin statements and displays sympathy for Bashar al-Assad.
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So many elements which leave this American intelligence expert perplexed as to the need to preserve “the independence, integrity and experience” of these government agencies. “I urge you to consider the critical importance of impartial leadership and experience. The safety of the American people – and your own families – depends on it“, he declared to the senators.
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