New FBI Director Kash Patel Proposes Sweeping Changes, Including UFC Partnership

Patel's plans include relocating staff, restructuring operations, and exploring martial arts training with UFC, drawing mixed reactions within the bureau.

Kash Patel, recently sworn in as FBI director, outlined extensive changes during his first video conference with field office supervisors.
Proposals include restructuring the FBI's command by region, relocating 1,500 staff from Washington, D.C., to cities with higher crime rates, and increasing fitness standards for agents.
Patel suggested a potential partnership with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) to enhance agents' physical fitness and self-defense skills, an idea that has sparked skepticism among FBI personnel.
He also announced plans to reduce the frequency of bureau-wide meetings and indicated he would spend significant time in Las Vegas, where he resides.
The appointment of MAGA podcaster Dan Bongino as deputy director and Patel's dual role as acting director of the ATF have raised concerns about operational focus and priorities.