FBI Director Kash Patel proposed in a recent teleconference that the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) could collaborate with the FBI to improve agents’ physical fitness, as reported by various media outlets. This initiative is one of several proposals Patel has made since assuming the role of FBI director last week.
Key Facts:
– Patel suggested forming a formal partnership between the FBI and UFC to create programs that support the physical fitness of agents, although specific details of these programs remain unclear.
– The UFC, led by Dana White—a long-time associate of former President Donald Trump—does not directly provide combat training to its fighters but operates performance institutes equipped with a range of services including sports medicine, nutrition guidance, and strength conditioning.
– FBI agents are required to pass a physical fitness test during their recruitment process and are expected to maintain a certain level of physical fitness throughout their careers.
Interestingly, despite the FBI’s headquarters being located in Washington, D.C., Patel, a resident of Las Vegas, stated that he plans to spend significant time in the city while leading the bureau.
Background:
Patel’s confirmation as the FBI director saw opposition from two Republican senators, Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski. Known for his close ties to Trump, having served on the board of Trump’s media company, Patel aims to refocus the FBI’s efforts on addressing domestic violent crime and intends to relocate over 1,000 employees from Washington to various field offices across the country.
