FBI Director Kash Patel
Considering UFC Collab
… To Train Agents
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Newly sworn-in FBI Director Kash Patel wants his org to kick some serious ass … with reports stating he’s considering bringing in UFC trainers to work with agents!!
According to Reuters, Patel suggested the idea in a video conference with supervisors on Wednesday. In the call, he proposed establishing a formal relationship with Dana White‘s promotion to fine-tune agents’ self-defense skills.
The idea may seem a bit odd … and that’s how it’s being received by at least a few agents, who said it was “surreal” and “wacky,” according to the outlet.
Unclear if UFC’s interested in the partnership … but White would seemingly be on board, as he’s a big supporter and friend of President Donald J. Trump.
In fact, POTUS has hit up plenty of UFC events during his time … including an outing at 302 at the Prudential Center back in June, which was met with a roaring ovation.
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That being said, Patel’s dream could certainly become a reality with one phone call.
Some police departments have had similar help from combat sports … using Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to work on grappling techniques to help officers detain criminals.
One source pointed out to the outlet that agents already get training for physical altercations … so some see it as a flashy way to get Trump’s buddies involved.
But considering UFC houses the baddest fighters on the planet, it might not hurt — that is, outside of sparring sessions.