Newly appointed FBI director Kash Patel has built his wealth from his consulting business, book royalties, speaking engagements, and more. Here's how Patel made his millions.
The new FBI director ordered officials to undertake a $100 million restructuring with no clear way to pay for it—and took on a second job.
Kash Patel is the ninth FBI director and, as an Indian American, the first person of color to hold the position. Patel is a longtime ally of President Donald Trump and was sworn into Trump's second administration in 2025.