NY Times: Patel Eyed for SWAT Use to Guard Girlfriend

FBI Director Kash Patel is facing internal questions over what critics say is his unusual reliance on taxpayer-funded security resources — including FBI SWAT teams — to guard himself and his girlfriend, The New York Times reported Sunday.

The Times says several current and former FBI officials have expressed concern that Patel’s use of elite tactical units and government aircraft is stretching the bounds of standard bureau practice.

Patel, who took over the bureau earlier this year, has reportedly leaned heavily on government transportation, even using a federal jet for recreational travel.

Read more at Newsmax© 2025 Newsmax. All rights reserved.

There is no custom code to display.