Donald Trump responds to Kash Patel firing rumors

President Donald Trump denied a recent report that he was looking to replace FBI Director Kash Patel, as the nation’s top federal investigator faces mounting criticism and negative press coverage.

“No, he’s doing a good job,” the president said in response to question from a reporter aboard Air Force One on Tuesday. “Kash Patel? No, he’s doing a great job, I think.”

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