**Trump’s FBI Pick Took Money from Russian Propagandist**
Kash Patel, President Donald Trump‘s nominee to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), received $25,000 in 2024 from a film company run by pro-Kremlin filmmaker Igor Lopatonok.
Patel, who has been nominated for his loyalty to Trump, has faced scrutiny over his apparent support of Russia. He received the payment from Global Tree Pictures, Lopatonok’s Los Angeles-based company, according to financial disclosures submitted as part of his nomination process.
The payment came after Patel participated in a documentary about Trump that aired on TCN, an online network run by right-wing commentator Tucker Carlson. Lopatonok holds U.S-Russian dual citizenship and has produced numerous projects advancing pro-Kremlin narratives.
Lopatonok’s company received $31,000 in funds from a foundation established by Russian President Vladimir Putin for one of his influence campaigns. Patel partnered with Lopatonok on a documentary series called “All the President’s Men,” which portrayed him and other figures from Trump’s first term as victims of a conspiracy aimed at undermining the president.
Patel has been described by U.S. national security expert Evelyn Farkas as one of Trump’s “yes men.” If confirmed as FBI director, he would hold one of the top positions in the administration.
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