Kash Patel outlines FBI role ahead of World Cup
FBI Director Kash Patel described the World Cup as one of the largest security operations the bureau has undertaken. The tournament involves 48 teams and multiple host cities.
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FBI Director Kash Patel described the World Cup as one of the largest security operations the bureau has undertaken. The tournament involves 48 teams and multiple host cities.
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