Kash Patel is an American attorney and former government official known for his loyalty to Donald Trump. He is expected to become the next Director of the FBI. He served as the Senior Director for Counterterrorism on the National Security Council.
Kash Patel Net Worth
Kash Patel has a net worth of $30 million. He comes from a wealthy family of Indian Immigrants, who owns hundreds of motels across United States and Canada. Patel is an avid car enthusiast with a collection of over fifteen vintage and modern luxury vehicles.
Other Assets
Patel owns $7 million worth of stock in Tesla. He also made enormous profits through trading in Bitcoin. In January 2024, Kash Patel bought a four bedroom luxury mansion in Florida from fox news host Bret Baier.
Controversies
Kash Patel has been a polarizing figure due to his close ties to Donald Trump and his controversial actions during his tenure in government. He was involved in the drafting of the “Nunes Memo,” which criticized the FBI’s surveillance practices, leading to significant backlash from intelligence officials.
Additionally, Patel faced scrutiny for allegedly overstepping his role in U.S. Ukraine policy, with claims he acted independently to influence Trump.
His involvement in the investigation into Trump’s handling of classified documents also raised eyebrows, particularly after he invoked the Fifth Amendment during testimony.