Kash Patel warned that a proposed $545 million budget cut could hinder the FBI's ability to combat crime and urged an increase to maintain operations.

FBI Director Kash Patel is breaking with the Trump administration over a budget proposal that would dramatically slash funding for the bureau

FBI Director Kash Patel opposed a Trump administration budget proposal to cut FBI funding by over $500 million, arguing it hampers anti-violent crime efforts. Patel defended relocating 1,000 employees to crime-prone cities and clashed with Democrats over accusations of a 'weaponized' FBI and his controversial book.