* ADL website says FBI turned to it for assistance as far back as 1940s * Patel's decision to cut FBI ties with ADL follows online right-wing criticism * ADL had listed Kirk's Turn Pointing USA in glossary on extremism (Adds ADL comment in paragraph 3, background in paragraphs 14-15) By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Oct 1 (Reuters) – The FBI said on Wednesday it cut ties with the Anti-Defamation League, a Jewish group that tracks antisemitism, after conservatives criticized the group for including slain activist Charlie Kirk's organization in a glossary on extremism. In a social media post, FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau "won't partner with political fronts masquerading as watchdogs." The ADL said it took note of Patel's announcement and "has deep respect" for the FBI. Patel's announ

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