Trump Praises FBI Director Patel After Charlie Kirk Shooter Arrest

President Trump praised FBI Director Kash Patel for the swift capture of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Robinson was apprehended just 33 hours after the shooting at Utah Valley University, following a frantic manhunt that began with only grainy images of the fleeing suspect. Despite the successful arrest, Patel faced criticism for prematurely announcing the suspect's capture, which was quickly refuted by Utah police, causing confusion and concern over the handling of the investigation. Insiders have noted low morale within the FBI and have questioned Patel's leadership, citing his relative inexperience, internal conflicts, and recent controversial firings of senior agents perceived as disloyal to Trump. The case has been one of the most significant tests of Patel's tenure, with some right-wing figures continuing to support him despite the challenges. Robinson, a 22-year-old Utah resident and former college student, reportedly confessed to his father before being taken into custody.