Kash Patel, born in 1980, is a prominent American lawyer and former federal prosecutor. With a law degree from Pace University and a certificate in international law from University College London, Patel has held key positions in U.S. national security, including senior roles at the House Intelligence Committee and National Security Council. His involvement in the Nunes Memo and FBI surveillance controversies has shaped his career, culminating in his nomination by President Trump to lead the FBI in 2024.