The nomination of Kash Patel sparks enthusiasm and anxiety about the future of the FBI.

The nomination of Kash Patel as FBI director by President-elect Trump sparked intense reactions from both supporters and critics on Saturday night.

Patel's nomination suggests that the bureau will undergo significant changes under the second Trump administration, as he is a staunch supporter of Trump and a critic of government corruption and the "deep state."

In a September interview with "The Shawn Ryan Show," Patel stated that the FBI's presence has grown significantly.

Patel stated that on the first day, he would close the FBI Hoover Building and reopen it the next day as a museum of the Deep State.

Trump has historically been critical of the FBI, which conducted a raid on his Florida estate in 2022 and previously investigated false allegations that he was a Russian asset. It is anticipated that most observers expect Trump to demand his director implement a significant overhaul.

"Trump stated that Kash is a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and 'America First' fighter who has spent his career exposing corruption, defending Justice, and protecting the American People. He played a pivotal role in uncovering the Russia, Russia, Russia Hoax, standing as an advocate for truth, accountability, and the Constitution."

The selection of Patel as Trump's pick for U.S. ambassador to the United Nations was met with instant praise by Republicans. Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., called Patel an "America First fighter," while Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., also praised the pick.

""Kash is a patriot and 100% America First," @realDonaldTrump wrote on X."

Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, also issued his congratulations.

"Kash played a crucial role in President Trump's first term and will be even more effective in his second!" the former White House physician wrote. "It's time to tidy up this mess, and Kash is the ideal person to do it!!! MAGA!"

The left-wing commentators criticized Patel's views on the Justice Department and the FBI.

On Saturday night, Mehdi Hassan accused Patel of being a "deeply strange and alarming and sycophantic figure." Andrew McCabe, who briefly served as acting FBI director under Trump in 2017 before being fired for allegedly leaking to the media and a "lack of candor," called Patel's nomination "a plan to disrupt, to dismantle, to distract the FBI."

"The FBI and the nation are facing a terrible development with Kash Patel's appointment as head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, according to McCabe. Patel's lack of qualifications for the job is not even up for debate."

According to Tom Nichols, a staff writer for The Atlantic, Patel poses a significant threat.

"Nichols remarked, "If we still have the capacity to be shocked, it's shocking. However, I believe this was something many of us anticipated, and it shouldn't be surprising. Nevertheless, it's a highly dangerous development.""

For Patel to assume office, two conditions must be met: either Wray resigns or is fired, and Patel must be confirmed by the Senate.

On Saturday night, the FBI informed Planet Chronicle Digital that Wray is concentrating on his job duties.

"The FBI continues to protect Americans from various threats, with Director Wray focusing on the agency's employees and the people they serve."

Planet Chronicle Digital's Peter Pinedo contributed to this report.