In a heated exchange on CBS' "Face the Nation," Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) staunchly defended President-elect Donald Trump's choice of Kash Patel for FBI Director, clashing with host Margaret Brennan over Patel's qualifications and alleged targeting of journalists.

Brennan challenged Patel's experience, citing former Attorney General Bill Barr's memoir, which questioned Patel's suitability for leading the FBI. Graham countered, asserting that Barr was mistaken and emphasizing Patel's background as a public defender, prosecutor, and his involvement in investigations related to the "Russia hoax" alongside former Rep. Trey Gowdy. Graham highlighted Patel's experience and the trust placed in him by the President-elect.

The senator further argued that Patel played a constructive role in uncovering the alleged "Russia hoax," a perspective shared by many on the political right. He then pivoted to discuss the Middle East situation, prompting Brennan to interject and redirect the conversation back to Patel. When Brennan raised concerns about Patel potentially targeting journalists, Graham retorted that the media should focus on fair reporting, particularly concerning Trump-related matters.

The interview concluded with a tense exchange, with Brennan reminding Graham that he was invited on the show to share his perspective before abruptly cutting to a commercial break.