It would put Patel in charge of two of the Justice Department's largest agencies in an unusual arrangement that raises questions about the future of the bureau.

Patel is set to lead an agency that's been a frequent target of Republicans, including an effort to abolish it altogether.

Newly-sworn in FBI Director Kash Patel to be tapped to run the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives as acting director, according to sources.