This came amid an ongoing investigation into Patel alleged misuse of taxpayer funds. As per a report by Forbes, quoting MS Now, the FBI purchased an unspecified number of armoured BMW X5S at Patel request. 

Kash Patel to travel in $480,000 BMW to look ‘less conspicuous’, ex-official calls it ‘embarrassment’ for FBI

Dan Bongino is stepping down as FBI deputy director after just 10 months. Trump said he wants to return to his podcast, but what's the actual reason? Here's what we know.

Dan Bongino to step down as FBI deputy director after 10 months. Here's why

Conservative activist Laura Loomer targets FBI Director Kash Patel with racist comments over his Qatar visit, accusing him of aligning with “pro-Islamic terror.”

Laura Loomer targets Kash Patel with racist remark 'Qataris make Indians like you slaves' amid Doha trip controversy

Twelve ex-FBI agents say they were fired for taking a knee to calm a tense George Floyd protest. Now they’re suing Kash Patel, claiming they saved lives and got punished anyway. So what really happened that day?

Ex-FBI agents sue Kash Patel, say they were fired for taking a knee to prevent bloodshed: The case explained

A recent report claimed that Patel did not have his FBI jacket with him, and he was not ready to get off the plane without his jacket. And in the end, he wore a woman officer jacket.



'I spent 0 days dating a Chinese spy': Kash Patel's reply to Eric Swalwell on 'woman’s jacket’ row

FBI Director Kash Patel is reportedly under investigation over allegations that he used the agency’s jet for personal trips.

 FBI Director Kash Patel Will Be Investigated for Using the Agency Jet for Personal Trips

FBI Director Kash Patel is facing major backlash after reports alleged he used a $60 million FBI jet to attend his girlfriend, country singer Alexis Wilkins’ performance at a wrestling event in Pennsylvania. 
Critics say it’s a misuse of taxpayer funds, especially during a government shutdown, while the FBI defends the trip as compliant — saying Patel reimbursed the cost in advance per bureau policy. 
Meanwhile, Patel has fired a senior aviation official, raising questions about retaliation.

FBI Director Kash Patel Under Fire for Alleged Jet Misuse for Girlfriend

FBI Director Kash Patel Under Fire for Using FBI Jet to Fly Girlfriend

Kash Patel is facing blowback again after reportedly erupting at FBI SWAT teams he had ordered to guard his girlfriend at events, sparking accusations of abusing power and misusing resources. Scroll for full story.

Kash Patel blows up at FBI SWAT team for not playing bodyguard for girlfriend Alexis Wilkins

After taking charge as FBI Director, Patel framed the fentanyl crisis as a tier-one national security problem, not merely a drug issue, and stressed the importance of international cooperation to tackle it effectively.

FBI Director Patel announces agreement with China to halt fentanyl precursors | Know more about Opioid Crisis in US

FBI Director Kash Patel denied claims he misused a $60M FBI jet to visit his girlfriend, singer Alexis Wilkins, calling the allegations false and political. The FBI said no rules were broken. Patel defended Wilkins as a patriot and condemned attacks on her 

'She's a patriot': Kash Patel slams critics for 'baseless rumours' over using $60 million FBI jet for meeting girlfriend Alexis Wilkins

As the U.S. government shutdown drags on and federal workers go unpaid, FBI Director Kash Patel is facing a storm of criticism.
Reports say Patel used a government-registered jet to attend his girlfriend’s performance at a wrestling event in Pennsylvania raising fresh questions about misuse of public resources.
While Patel insists it’s mandatory for him to use government aircraft, this isn’t his first time facing scrutiny for personal trips on the Bureau’s jet.
Here’s how the controversy unfolded and why it’s sparking outrage across Washington.

FBI boss Kash Patel jets off on govt plane to see girlfriend as workers go unpaid amid shutdown 

Earlier in her podcast, Owens said that she wants a “war” with Turning Point USA and everyone who was around Kirk on the day of his assassination, adding that she is determined to find out “what the hell happened on September 10th.”

‘I do not trust him at all’: Candace Owens questions Kash Patel on Charlie Kirk murder case

Patel did not specify the reason in the notification of his firing, but he said he agent trainee being summarily dismissed for past poor judgment and an inappropriate display of political signage.



‘Inappropriate display’: Kash Patel fires FBI employee for displaying Pride flag at work desk

Why Kash Patel must go: The FBI’s integrity is at stake

Kash Patel, stated that government files reviewed during his tenure contained no evidence that Jeffrey Epstein trafficked women to others.


USA: Report suggests new details of Trump-Epstein ties emerge

FBI Director Kash Patel gets into a verbal showdown with Democrat senator

FBI Director Kash Patel testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday in a tense four-hour hearing, where he denied that he has politicised the bureau and conducted a "campaign of retribution" against those who investigated President Donald Trump.

Kash Patel denies politicising FBI as hearing turns into war of words: 'Liar,' 'buffoon,' 'false rant'

Patel began his professional journey as a public defender in Miami-Dade County, Florida, where he represented low-income clients in criminal cases. His early work gave him insight into the flaws of the justice system and experience in high-pressure courtroom environments.

Who is Kash Patel? The Indian-origin FBI director investigating Tyler Robinson, Charlie Kirk case

Utah Governor Spencer Cox confirmed on Friday that 22-year-old Tyler Robinson had been taken into custody and ordered to be held without bail. Formal charges are expected to be filed next week.

‘Very proud’: Trump backs FBI chief Kash Patel after Charlie Kirk assassination case

FBI Director Kash Patel is under scrutiny for incorrectly announcing that a suspect had been apprehended in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a close ally of President Donald Trump. The incident occurred at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, where Kirk was shot dead in front of approximately 3,000 people. Patel's premature announcement sparked confusion, and local officials later clarified that two individuals had been questioned but released.



Kash Patel Faces Leadership Test Over Charlie Kirk Murder | WION

Earlier in June, a month before the Trump administration announced the end of the investigation in the Jeffrey Epstein case, FBI director Patel was on Rogan's show, and downplayed what the records had.

'Film has f***ing minute missing': Joe Rogan lambasts Trump administration over Epstein files, says, ‘Do they think we’re babies?’

In a lengthy post on Truth Social Trump defended Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel, amid fierce backlash from MAGA influencers over the Justice Department's announcement last week that it had found no 'client list' or evidence of blackmail in its Epstein probe

Trump scolds MAGA base over Epstein files outrage: 'LET PAM BONDI DO HER JOB — SHE'S GREAT!'

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States has been subjecting several of its employees to polygraph tests to find out if they are betraying their nation or can't be trusted with secrets.

FBI subjecting agents to polygraph test to prove loyalty for Kash Patel: Report

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FBI boss Kash Patel jets off on govt plane to see girlfriend as workers go unpaid amid shutdown

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FBI Director Kash Patel gets into a verbal showdown with Democrat senator

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