FBI Director Kash Patel clashes with Democrats at oversight hearing

WASHINGTON — Lawmakers pressed FBI Director Kash Patel during a contentious oversight hearing on Tuesday about his leadership of a bureau that has seen massive changes since the start of President Donald Trump's second term. Patel faced scrutiny from Democrats about changes to the FBI's hiring process amid firings and departures from the bureau since Trump retook office in January 2025. He also faced questions about his use of government aircraft. As he lashed out at Democrats in the room, an FB…