‘Jai Shri Krishna’: Kash Patel’s Indian moments at FBI confirmation have desis erupt with pride

Social media reacts:

An individual said, “Never forget your roots.” Another added, “Well brought up. That’s why I like Gujaratis. They greet each other with Jai Shri Krishna always.” A third added, “Wow. I didn’t think I could love him anymore. His parents must be so proud!!”

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Kash Patel’s traditional greeting:

Another moment from the hearing involving his parents also touched people’s hearts. It was when Patel said ‘Jai Shri Krishna’ while introducing his parents. According to a video shared on X, which HT.com could not independently verify, Patel said, “I’d like to welcome my father, Pramod, and my mother, Anjana, who are sitting here today. They travelled here from India. My sister, Nisha, is also here. She also travelled across the oceans just to be with me. It means the world that you guys are here. Jai Shri Krishna.”

Kash Patel appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee as the nominee to lead the FBI. During this, he answered questions on the bureau’s proposed overhaul and his loyalty to President Donald Trump.