Controversy Surrounding Joe Kent, Director of Counterintelligence Nominee
Joe Kent, nominee for head of US counterintelligence, has ties to white nationalists and a shadowy military contractor. He has been criticized for his far-right connections, advocated for FBI surveillance of 'antifa', and expressed extreme views on federal agencies. Questions linger over his campaign finances, employment history, and associations with controversial figures.
Key Points
- Advocated for FBI surveillance of 'antifa' groups
- Employment history includes military service, Green Beret, and CIA operative
- Controversial campaign hires and endorsements from far-right activists
- Questions over campaign finances and associations with shadowy military contractor
- Expressed extreme and shifting views on federal agencies
Cons
- Ties to white nationalists and far-right figures
- Advocacy for FBI surveillance of 'antifa'
- Controversial campaign hires
- Questions over campaign finances and shell companies
- Employment with shadowy military contractor