FBI fires top official amid Kash Patel’s outrage over reports of agency jet use
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FBI Director Patel Fires Aviation Chief Over Government Jet Use
Above: FBI Director Kash Patel in New York City on Oct. 23, 2025. Image copyright: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images
The Spin
Republican narrative
Patel's government jet use followed all federal regulations and required procedures, making the attacks on him and his girlfriend completely baseless. The FBI director has significantly limited personal travel compared to predecessors and pays required reimbursements in advance for any personal use.
Democratic narrative
Patel fired a 27-year FBI veteran over media coverage of his jet misuse, showing his reckless leadership and lack of accountability. This unqualified partisan loyalist prioritizes personal vendettas over professional standards, proving the Senate made a grave error confirming someone fundamentally unfit for the role.