Kash Patel, born to Gujarati parents in New York in 1980, was sworn in as the 9th director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation on Friday, in the presence of his girlfriend Alexis Wilkins and his family.
Following his confirmation by the US Senate with a close vote of 51 for and 49 against him, Kash Patel was administered the oath of office by US Attorney General Pam Bondi at the Eisenhower Executive office building.
After drawing attention at his confirmation hearing, Kash Patel’s girlfriend Alexis Wilkins, a country singer and Republican press secretary, caught the eye once again at his swearing-in ceremony.
She also shared a video of the oath ceremony on her X account.
WATCH: Kash Patel’s full remarks after being sworn in as FBI Director:
“Anyone who thinks the American Dream is dead, look right here. You’re talking to a first-generation Indian kid who is about to lead the law enforcement community in the greatest nation on God’s Earth.” pic.twitter.com/PQrCkme9az
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) February 21, 2025
Who is Alexis Wilkins?
Wilkins is renowned country singer, writer and commentator. She serves as the press secretary for Republican representative Abraham Hamade and is also a contributor at ‘PragerU’ , a platform that creates educational content promoting American values.
Wilkins had also accompanied Kash Patel for a confirmation gathering earlier this month.
Wilkins, primarily raised in Arkansas, has spent her early years in England and Switzerland. In her musical career, she has also been known for her opening acts for Sara Evans and Lee Greenwood of God Bless the USA.
With her position for the Republican Representative on Capitol Hill and contribution to conservative political circuit, Wilkins has gained quite the popularity.
Alexis Wilkins also hosts a podcast titled ‘Between the Headlines’ on Rumble.
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