FBI Director Kash Patel Reportedly Ordered Agents to Drive His Girlfriend's Allegedly Intoxicated Friend Home

FBI Director Kash Patel is facing scrutiny after reports emerged alleging that he ordered agents to drive his girlfriend's intoxicated friend home after a night out in Nashville. According to sources cited by MS NOW, the incident took place after a social gathering, where Patel's girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins, asked the agents to escort her friend home due to her alleged drunken state. When the agents initially declined, Patel reportedly stepped in and demanded they comply.

The sources claim that Patel personally called the lead agent on Wilkins' security team and insisted the agents transport the friend home. This situation has raised concerns among FBI personnel, with some agents reportedly becoming increasingly alarmed by what they perceive as the improper use of bureau resources, particularly when it comes to Patel's use of agents for personal matters.

An FBI spokesperson, Ben Williamson, responded to the claims, denying the allegations, stating, "This is made up and did not happen."

These revelations follow previous criticisms of Patel's handling of his girlfriend's security. In late October, Patel was criticized for assigning members of the elite SWAT team to Wilkins' security detail. MS NOW reported that the assignment of such highly trained agents to protect Wilkins, who often visits Nashville for work, has led to concerns about the potential impact on law enforcement's ability to respond to urgent situations.

The allocation of such resources has prompted criticism regarding potential misuse of power. Reports also emerged that agents had been pulled from critical SWAT duties multiple times over the past several months to protect Wilkins, fueling further concerns.

Patel's use of government resources for his girlfriend's security has also been under scrutiny. It is not common for partners of high-ranking FBI officials to receive such protection outside of joint travel. Earlier in November, Patel faced backlash for reportedly using a $60 million FBI jet to travel to a wrestling event in Pennsylvania where Wilkins was performing the national anthem. Similarly, he was criticized in April for using a government-owned jet for personal trips, including one to a New York charity event and another to watch a hockey game.

Patel has previously spoken out against the use of official government planes for personal reasons. On his podcast, "Kash's Corner," he expressed disapproval of his predecessor Chris Wrays use of taxpayer-funded travel, highlighting the need for greater accountability in government officials' use of such resources.

Former FBI agents have also voiced concerns about Patel's actions. Christopher O'Leary, a former senior FBI agent, criticized Patel's behavior, claiming that his excessive use of government resources reflects a lack of leadership and sound judgment. O'Leary stated, "His abusive and excessive use of the GV Jet for his personal adventures and the assignment of SWAT-qualified special agents to guard his girlfriend are indicative of his lack of leadership experience, judgment, and humility."

Author: Riley Thompson