联邦调查局局长卡什·帕特尔 （Kash Patel） 将领导 ATF，引发了对白宫潜在影响力的担忧。 FBI Director Kash Patel to lead ATF, sparking concerns over potential White House influence.

联邦调查局局长卡什·帕特尔 （Kash Patel） 也将担任 ATF 的代理局长。 FBI Director Kash Patel is set to also serve as the acting director of the ATF. 这种双重角色引发了人们对可能缺乏独立于白宫的担忧。 This dual role has sparked concerns about potential lack of independence from the White House. 支持枪支的倡导者往往更喜欢反对更严格枪支管制的 ATF 领导人，而 ATF 主任的职位通常由代理主任长期担任。 Pro-gun advocates often prefer ATF leaders who oppose stricter gun controls, and the ATF director position has often been filled by acting directors for extended periods.