Trump Ousts Kash Patel, Installs Army Secretary as Acting ATF Chief

Kash Patel has been removed from his position as acting director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and replaced by U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll. The decision was made quietly several weeks ago by the Trump administration, according to multiple sources. Patel, who also served as FBI Director, was a controversial figure and his removal marks a significant leadership change at the ATF. The move has raised questions about the administration's motives and the future direction of the agency. Officials have confirmed the leadership transition but have not provided detailed reasons for the change.