As he fills out his incoming administration,Donald Trumps nominees have ranged from absolutely unqualified to ideological nightmares.
But he might have just made his scariest hire yet.
On Saturday night, Trump announced hes selectedKash Patelto lead theFBI.
Kash Patel speaks during a campaign rally for Donald Trump on Oct. 8, 2022 in Minden, Nevada.Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
He recently publicly pledged to investigate and prosecute Trumps enemies in the media and government.
Now, that supposed parody is just the law-enforcement reality of the country, if Trump gets his way.
The hostage was rescued, but officials noted that the incident took place days before the 2020 election.
Its not an act of vengeance.
I think he will.
We got them for intel collection, we got them for offensive operations.
Were going to come after you.
Whether its criminally or civilly, well figure that out.
But yeah, were putting you all on notice, and Steve, this is why they hate us.
This is why were tyrannical.
This is why were dictators, he added.
Its been more than four years since Barrs exit from the Trump administration and thepresident-elects good graces.
While Barrs very much alive, his ability to throw his political weight around in Trumpworld is long gone.
Soon, Patel could lead the FBI.
The book was a cartoon-ified adaptation of Dinesh DSouzasdebunked2020 election conspiracy film2,000 Mules.
This wasnt the case, and the mission had to be reconfigured at the last minute.
The rescue was ultimately made.
He also didnt know where Patel received his information.
