EXCLUSIVE: FBI extraditions soar as Patel ramps up foreign outreach, vows 'no sanctuary'

FBI Director Kash Patel has dramatically increased outreach to foreign partners, resulting in a 65% rise in extraditions and a 54% increase in foreign transfers of custody within his first 18 months. This surge is attributed to President Trump’s relationships with foreign governments and Attorney General Todd Blanche’s leadership. The FBI has executed 157 extraditions and 86 FTOCs during this period, emphasizing a commitment to bringing international fugitives back to the U.S.

• FBI Director Kash Patel has made 100 calls to international partners in his first 18 months, a significant increase compared to his predecessor.
• Extraditions have increased by 65% and foreign transfers of custody (FTOCs) by 54% during Patel’s tenure.
• The FBI has executed 157 extraditions and 86 FTOCs in the specified period.
• Patel stated that the increase is a result of President Trump’s relationships with foreign governments and Attorney General Todd Blanche’s legal tools.
• Recent extraditions include Alexis Flores, wanted for alleged rape and murder, and Zobaidul Amin, facing child exploitation charges.