FBI Director Nominee Kashyap Patel’s ‘Jai Shri Krishna’ Moment Goes Viral
Kashyap Patel, an Indian-American nominee for the position of FBI Director, recently appeared before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing. During the session, Patel paid tribute to his parents by bowing at their feet and concluded his remarks with the phrase, "Jai Shri Krishna." The moment has gained significant attention online, with a video of his gesture going viral on social media.
Patel acknowledged the role of his parents in his journey, stating, “I want to welcome my father and my mother, Anjana, who came here from India. My sister is also here today, having traveled across the ocean to be with me. You are my world. Jai Shri Krishna.”
Who is Kashyap Patel?
Born in 1980 in New York to Gujarati parents, Kashyap Patel was raised in East Africa before returning to the United States. He graduated from Garden City High School in Long Island and later completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Richmond. Patel earned his law degree and a certification in international law from the University College London Faculty of Laws in the United Kingdom.
Patel has previously served as a national security advisor and senior counsel to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI). If confirmed, he would make history as the first Hindu and the first Indian-American FBI Director.
Trump’s Nomination of Patel for FBI Chief
Kashyap Patel has been nominated for the role of FBI Director by former U.S. President Donald Trump. His nomination has sparked interest and debate, given his prior work in intelligence and national security.
