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Patel Under Fire for $60M Jet Abuse Amid Scandal

11/18/2025

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Patel faces scrutiny for using a $60 million government jet to visit his girlfriend at a wrestling event in Pennsylvania.
In response to criticism, Patel has made it harder to track his jet.
Patel defended his girlfriend against attacks, saying such actions jeopardize their safety.
lawmakers are concerned whether Patel reimbursed the government for personal trips.
Leaks suggest Patel's use of government resources has alienated him from colleagues at the bureau.

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Patel faces scrutiny for using a $60 million government jet to visit his girlfriend at a wrestling event in Pennsylvania.
In response to criticism, Patel has made it harder to track his jet.
Patel defended his girlfriend against attacks, saying such actions jeopardize their safety.
lawmakers are concerned whether Patel reimbursed the government for personal trips.
Leaks suggest Patel's use of government resources has alienated him from colleagues at the bureau.