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Indian-American Kash Patel, 44, was sworn in as the ninth Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Friday, following a narrow 51-49 Senate confirmation vote. Two Republican senators, Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski, joined Democrats in opposing his nomination.
Patel took the oath at Washington’s Indian Treaty Room, clutching a Bhagavad Gita held by his girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins, 26, a country music artist and conservative commentator.
By His Side at the Ceremony!
Alexis Wilkins, dressed in an all-white ensemble, stood beside Patel’s family during the swearing-in, which was officiated by Attorney General Pam Bondi. She later shared a video of the moment on her X account, captioning it with pride.
The couple, dating for over two years now, first met at a 2022 conservative ReAwaken America event and began their relationship in January 2023. Reports have also stated that the duo plan to relocate to Washington, DC, together.
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10 Things to Know About Alexis Wilkins
Multicultural Upbringing:
Wilkins spent her early childhood in England and Switzerland before her family settled in Arkansas.
Education:
She studied business and political science at Nashville’s Belmont University.
Music Career:
A Nashville-based country singer, Wilkins has opened for stars like Sara Evans and Lee Greenwood, a favourite of Donald Trump. Her Veterans Day single “Stand” and debut EP “Grit” both charted in iTunes’ Top 10.
Political Roles:
She serves as press secretary for Republican Representative Abraham Hamade and contributes to PragerU, a platform promoting conservative values.
Podcast Host:
Wilkins hosts Between the Headlines on Rumble, discussing politics and culture.
Conservative Circuit:
Active in Republican circles, she frequently speaks at conservative events and has ties to Trump-aligned figures.
Artistic Collaborations:
She has performed with country artists Chris Young, Joe Nichols, and Parmalee.
Public Advocacy:
Wilkins emphasizes patriotism in her music, blending her artistic and political passions.
Social Media Presence:
With 18,000 Instagram followers, she shares glimpses of her career and life with Patel.
Future Plans:
Alongside supporting Patel’s FBI role, Wilkins aims to expand her music and political commentary work in DC.
