Kash Patel is an American attorney and former government official who served in various national security positions during the Trump administration. He held roles at the National Security Council, the House Intelligence Committee, and the Department of Defense. He is known for his involvement in the investigation of alleged Russian interference in the 2016 election and his efforts to declassify related documents. After leaving government service, Patel has become a commentator and media personality, often expressing conservative viewpoints and supporting Donald Trump.