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FBI Director Cash Patel responded forcefully on national television, dismissing Smith's assertions as unfounded conspiracy theories. Patel clarified that the FBI conducts arrests based solely on evidence and legal procedures, not political motives. His blunt retort was, "That may be the single dumbest thing I’ve ever heard out of anyone in modern history." He juxtaposed Smith's claims with a pointed comparison to Congressmember Adam Schiff, emphasizing that criminal investigations are based on facts, not political intrigue.
This exchange highlights the deep divisions in how the public perceives law enforcement and political motives—while Smith implies a partisan conspiracy, Patel insists on the integrity and autonomy of federal investigations.