Posted originally on CTH on April 19, 2026 | Sundance 

FBI Director Kash Patel appears on Fox News Sunday to discuss ongoing FBI issues with Maria Bartiromo.

Beginning with the issue of missing scientists, Kash Patel notes the FBI is “working with partners in various jurisdictions” to review each case and identify if something more nefarious is afoot.  The questioning then shifts to an explosive accusation by The Atlantic about his drinking, partying and indulgences within his position.  Patel notes he is going to sue the Atlantic for defamation.

Maria Bartiromo also asks if Kash Patel has seen any evidence of the 2020 election fraud as outlined by President Trump for several years.  Patel notes he cannot talk about ongoing investigations but hints that more information is likely to come out within the next few weeks.  WATCH:

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From my personal perspective, Kash Patel does like the indulgences that come with the office. However, I think the accusations against him are likely spurred by disgruntled FBI agents and DOJ officials with an axe to grind.

That said, it still doesn’t appear that Director Patel has his arms around the agency he leads, and it is not uncommon to find people within the Trump administration who are frustrated with ongoing dubious activity carried out by remnant FBI officials who are not being brought to heel.