New FBI Director Kash Patel plans to relocate up to 1,500 employees from Washington, aligning with his vision of reducing the bureau’s presence in D.C. and focusing on crime-fighting nationwide.

Sworn in Friday, Patel inherits an agency in turmoil amid Justice Department shake-ups and scrutiny over Jan. 6 investigations.

His appointment, confirmed by a narrow Senate vote, has sparked Democratic concerns over potential bias, while Republicans back his leadership, the Associated Press has reported.

Patel has vowed to uphold the Constitution while criticizing media coverage of him.

Written by B.C. Begley