Kash Patel, the FBI director, recently revealed that his home was the target of a swatting incident.
During a conversation with podcast host Joe Rogan, Patel disclosed this information, which was reported by Fox 5 on Friday.
“As the FBI director, there’s a lot of responsibility on my shoulders. It’s not just that someone hurt me, but they did. I mentioned that Logan seemed to overlook important details,” he said.
When Rogan inquired if he had been physically attacked, Patel confirmed it. Rogan then asked if the FBI would face consequences as well. “Yes, these actions reflect the peak of hypocrisy. There are two sets of rules,” Patel replied.
Reports from Breitbart News indicate that several swatting incidents targeting conservative commentators and journalists occurred during a week in March.
The term “swatting” describes when someone anonymously calls emergency services, using tools like Google Voice or VPNs, to falsely report serious incidents such as murder or hostage situations at a specified address. The intent is to prompt SWAT teams to respond to the location and unsettle the victims.
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In a discussion on X Post, Director Patel commented on the alarming rise in swatting cases aimed at media figures. He stated, “The FBI is aware of this dangerous trend, and my team and I are taking steps to investigate and hold those responsible accountable.”
“This isn’t a political issue,” Patel emphasized. “Using law enforcement as a weapon against Americans is not just morally wrong; it’s unacceptable, especially for our officers.”
Patel further noted the FBI’s commitment to collaborating with local law enforcement to combat these crimes, promising “an update soon.”
A swatting call was reportedly made to Patel’s residence around 11 a.m. on Tuesday, according to a Fox report. Fortunately, when police contacted the address, they determined that the call was false before deploying a response team.
Patel, who was confirmed to lead the FBI in February despite attempts by Democrats to obstruct the nomination, stood firm during the interview.
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