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Taxpayer-Funded VIPs? Kash Patel Under Fire for Flying Girlfriend to $50K Concert Suite

Kash Patel is criticised for allegedly using an FBI jet for personal travel, raising questions about misuse of taxpayer resources and blurring lines between official duties and personal leisure.

International Business Times UK · May 18

Anger grows over Kash Patel ‘vulgar snorkel party’ at Pearl Harbor memorial, FBI insists snorkel was to ‘honor heroes’

Ah yes, the ol' dignified memorial snorkel.

We Got This Covered · May 18

FBI Director Claims Local Cops 'Kept Bureau Out' of Nancy Guthrie Search as Case Passes 100 Days

As the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie passes 100 days, FBI Director Kash Patel accuses local Arizona deputies of shutting the bureau out in the vital early days, a claim Sheriff Chris Nanos firmly denies.

International Business Times UK · May 18

Kash Patel's luxurious date-night outing with girlfriend sparks controversy: FBI's Gulfstream V jet, $35,000 suite date, Pearl Harbour VIP snorkel

FBI Director Kash Patel faces scrutiny for allegedly using a government jet for a country music concert with his girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins. He also drew criticism for a "VIP snorkel" near the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor. Wilkins' presence at official meetings and a full-time security detail have also…

The Economic Times · May 18

Trump news at a glance: Republicans pledge to secure funding for White House ballroom

Senate parliamentarian ruled a proposal to fund $1bn in security additions for the White House failed to meet procedural rules. Key US politics stories from Sunday 17 May 2026 at a glance

The Guardian - US · May 18

Nancy Guthrie Update: Blood Evidence Found at Home May Soon Be Identified, Sheriff Nanos Says

Sheriff Chris Nanos updates on the DNA analysis in Nancy Guthrie's case, addressing public criticism and confirming FBI involvement. The case remains active, with hopes of identifying a suspect soon.

International Business Times UK · May 17

Fake Congressman Post Triggers MAGA Fury Over $200,000 Salary Before Parody Is Revealed

A satirical account posing as a Californian representative incited outrage in conservative media by making false demands, highlighting the vulnerabilities of the modern information ecosystem.

International Business Times UK · May 17

SNL’s Trump and Will Ferrell as Epstein’s ghost sing ‘Just the Two of Us’ in season finale

Comedy legend joins James Austin Johnson in the Oval Office to see the future of administration officials

The Independent UK · May 17

Kash Patel Won't Reveal Who Paid for Private Luxury Suite at George Strait Concert With His Girlfriend After Flying There on a Government Jet

FBI Director Kash Patel faces criticism for using government resources for luxury travel and unprecedented security for his partner, raising questions about adherence to federal protocols.

International Business Times UK · May 16

Kash Patel faces scrutiny over snorkeling outing at USS Arizona memorial in Hawaii

FBI director reportedly took a snorkel excursion at site containing remains of more than 1,000 navy sailors and marines

The Guardian - US · May 16