FBI Director Kash Patel reports no co-conspirators in Butler assassination attempt

FBI Director Kash Patel has provided updates regarding investigations into the Butler assassination attempt and the agency's recent performance. Regarding the assassination attempt, investigators analyzed 27 devices connected to Thomas Crooks and found no evidence of communication with any co-conspirators other than his parents.

In testimony before the Senate, Patel addressed criticisms regarding his leadership by highlighting agency achievements. He reported a 20-point decrease in the murder rate, the seizure of fentanyl sufficient to kill a quarter million people, and a 20% reduction in youth overdose deaths. Additionally, he noted that the FBI captured all 10 of its Most Wanted individuals and arrested 54,000 violent felons, representing a 90% increase over 18 months.