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Patel later responded to Klobuchar’s accusations with confidence. He emphasized that the attacks against him were unfounded and detrimental to the credibility of the FBI, an institution he claims to have supported throughout his career. He stated, “If the best attacks on me are false accusations and grotesque mischaracterizations... this body is defeating the credibility of the men and women at the FBI.” He reminded the committee of his extensive background and support from over 300,000 law enforcement officers advocating for his appointment as FBI Director.