Democrats, still reeling from significant financial blows to their political machine, mounted a frantic effort to stop Kash Patel’s confirmation as FBI director—but they failed. Despite their last-minute protests outside FBI headquarters, the Senate confirmed Patel in a 51-47 vote, solidifying a major win for President Donald Trump and his efforts to restore integrity in law enforcement.

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Leading the charge against Patel was Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA), who gathered with fellow Democrats outside FBI headquarters in a final attempt to derail the confirmation. Schiff, notorious for fabricating the Russia collusion hoax and leading a failed impeachment push against Trump, accused Patel of lacking integrity. The irony was not lost on Republicans, who have long criticized Schiff for misleading the American public and being censured for his dishonesty.

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Sens. Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) joined the opposition, claiming Patel would dismantle the FBI and bring instability to the agency. Whitehouse warned that Patel would “cause evil” at the bureau, while Durbin claimed Patel’s past statements proved he would seek political retribution. Their panic was evident, but their warnings fell flat. Only Sens. Susan Collins (R-ME) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) sided with Democrats in opposing Patel.

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Patel made it clear that his leadership will mark a turning point for the FBI. In his first statement after confirmation, he promised to restore accountability and eliminate corruption, stating, “The politicalization of our justice system has eroded public trust—but that ends today.” He vowed to empower law enforcement officers and rebuild an agency the American people could trust.

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Schiff’s personal concerns were also evident. Patel has previously labeled him “the worst criminal in Congress in the last 250 years,” a statement that highlights just how much the senator had at stake in blocking Patel’s appointment.

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Attorney General Pam Bondi, who has worked with Patel in the Trump administration, praised his confirmation. She emphasized his dedication to law enforcement and his commitment to making America safer.