FBI chief Kash Patel is set to face off with Democrats critical of his leadership at Senate hearing
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FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the Senate on Capitol Hill for a high-stakes oversight hearing where he faced sharp questioning from Democratic lawmakers critical of his leadership.
During the proceedings, Patel defended the bureau's recent decision to loosen hiring restrictions concerning individuals with histories of prostitution and bestiality. He explained to lawmakers that the policy adjustments were implemented to allow victims of these acts to apply for FBI employment without facing automatic disqualification.
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CityNews Toronto (Toronto, Canada) (CA)Focuses on Patel defending controversial changes to FBI hiring requirements.