FBI Director Kash Patel Replaced As Acting ATF Boss, Army Secretary Steps In

Patel, a staunch supporter of President Donald Trump, was sworn in as acting head of the ATF in late February, just days after being sworn in as director of the FBI. Reuters was the first to report the news.

It is unknown when Patel will be removed from his position. As of 4 p.m. Eastern time Wednesday afternoon, Patel’s photo and title of interim director remained on the ATF’s website.

The rapid change in leadership comes as senior Justice Department officials consider merging ATF with the Drug Enforcement Administration to save money

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