The choice of Patel has thrilled Trump supporters, the MAGA base, many of my libertarians, and even some on the left, as Cash Patel has promised mass declassification of government secrets. Nevertheless, Patel is expected to face a tough confirmation fight in the Senate over his complicated background, which includes his role seeking to discredit the Democrats investigation into Trump's ties to Russia while working as an adviser on the House Intelligence Committee. (00:37–00:43)
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Asserts that Patel intends to declassify a large number of government secrets.
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