Patel Faces Scrutiny Over FBI Leadership Amidst Epstein, Kirk Controversies

FBI Director Kash Patel defended the agency's actions in major cases concerning Jeffrey Epstein and Charlie Kirk during testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Patel clarified that Epstein's investigation was limited due to past oversight and dismissed allegations that criticized the Justice Department's decision to withhold further information.

His leadership came under scrutiny following inaccurate statements about Kirk's assassination case and internal controversies involving the dismissal of several FBI officials.

(With inputs from agencies.)