FBI Director Kash Patel addressed the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in his opening statement to the Senate Judiciary Committee. He also outlined his vision for FBI leadership and commented on the agency’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Senate Republicans have joined former President Donald Trump in their support of FBI Director Kash Patel, who faces mounting criticism of his handling of the bureau. As he prepares to appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Patel has become a focal point of discussions surrounding an ongoing investigation.