Patel Pushback in Senate Hearing Over Reports of Personal Conduct
TL;DR
During a Senate Appropriations hearing, FBI Director Kash Patel sparred with Sen. Chris Van Hollen after the Democrat cited media reports alleging Patel’s excessive drinking and unexplained absences; Patel denied the claims, clashed with Van Hollen, and even offered to take a test if asked, while noting he has sued The Atlantic over the allegations.
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- FBI Director Patel spars with lawmaker who raises reports of his behavior during Hill testimony CNN
- FBI chief Kash Patel spars with top Democrat over allegations of excessive drinking on the job – US politics live The Guardian
- Patel clashes with lawmakers over excessive drinking allegations MS NOW
- Patel agrees to take alcohol test after heated exchange with Van Hollen The Hill
- WATCH: FBI Director Kash Patel, ATF, DEA heads testify in Senate hearing PBS
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