US EditionPatel touts his record at hearing amid questions over probe into Kirk killing and FBI upheaval
FBI Director Kash Patel faced scrutiny over his social media posts and personnel decisions while defending the rapid arrest of Charlie Kirk's suspected assassin within 33 hours, amid ongoing investigations.
- Patel faced criticism for prematurely announcing the capture of a suspect in Kirk's assassination, which led to public confusion and scrutiny of his crisis management skills.
- Patel defended his actions by emphasizing his commitment to transparency, citing a quick apprehension of Charlie Kirk's accused killer, Tyler Robinson, following a massive tip response.
- Both Democrats and Republicans questioned Patel's leadership amid allegations of political bias in the FBI and controversial firings of officials under his direction.
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'Tasteless camera-hogging' Kash Patel buried for making Charlie Kirk murder about himself
FBI Director Kash Patel’s abrasive and argumentative appearance before a Senate committee on Tuesday did him no favors as he appears to be desperately attempting to hang onto his job while at the same time enhancing his profile.That is the opinion of Salon’s Amanda Marcotte who wrote on Wednesday that Patel has been using the shooting death of Kirk at a Utah college last Wednesday as a promotional vehicle to prove to his detractors that he is up…
MSNBC Stars Psaki and O’Donnell Roast Trump FBI Chief for 2 Full Minutes Over Wardrobe Malfunction
MSNBC hosts Jen Psaki and Lawrence O’Donnell spent two full minutes roasting Trump FBI Director Kash Patel over his accessorizing at a contentious Senate hearing. Amid bipartisan criticism over his handling of the Charlie Kirk murder investigation, Director Patel testified before an at times explosive hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee Tuesday. During the show toss on Tuesday night’s edition of MSNBC’s The Last Word, O’Donnell asked Psaki…
FBI director goes viral after wearing Liverpool tie while discussing Charlie Kirk death in Senate
FBI Director Kash Patel has sparked a social media frenzy after eagle-eyed viewers spotted him wearing a Liverpool FC tie while testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee.Patel, appearing in Washington on Tuesday to face questions over several issues — including the ongoing investigation into the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk — surprised many viewers with his choice of attire. His red tie, bearing the iconic Liverp…
What is Discord? Messaging platform now at the center of Charlie Kirk assassination probe
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 15: FBI Director Kash Patel listens as U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks before signing a Presidential Memorandum in the Oval Office on September 15, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump signed a memorandum that will send members of the National Guard and federal law enforcement agencies to Memphis, Tennessee in an effort to decrease crime in the city. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
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