Archive · 24 Nov 2025
FBI Director Faces Criticism for Using SWAT, Jet for Girlfriend
The FBI director, Kash Patel, is in trouble for using special FBI teams and government planes for his girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins.
She's a country singer who has received threats because of her relationship with Patel.
At a big event in Atlanta, Patel sent a SWAT team to protect her, but they left early.
Patel was upset and scolded the team leader.
Some people, including former FBI agents, think Patel is using too many government resources for personal reasons.
They say it's not right to use special teams for his girlfriend or to take government planes for trips, like a golf vacation in Scotland.
Patel says Wilkins needs protection because of the threats she's received.
FBI Director Kash Patel used SWAT teams to protect his girlfriend Alexis Wilkins at events, including a concert in Atlanta.
The SWAT team left early from the Atlanta event, angering Patel who criticized their communication and protection efforts.
Patel has also used government jets for personal trips, such as a golf outing in Scotland.
Critics, including former FBI officials, argue that using SWAT teams for personal protection is excessive and inappropriate.
Patel's spokesperson defended the actions, stating Wilkins has faced hundreds of credible death threats.
- Who
- FBI Director Kash Patel and his girlfriend Alexis Wilkins
- What
- Controversy over use of SWAT teams and government jets for personal protection
- When
- Incidents occurred in recent months, including a spring event in Atlanta
- Where
- Atlanta, Georgia and Nashville, Tennessee
- Why
- Patel cited security concerns due to threats against Wilkins
- FBI Director
- Kash Patel
- Girlfriend
- Alexis Wilkins
- Event Location
- Georgia World Congress Centre, Atlanta
- SWAT Team Usage
- Multiple instances, including Atlanta and Nashville
- Government Jet Usage
- For recreational travel, including Scotland trip
- Criticism Source
- Former FBI officials and right-wing influencers
- Death Threats
- Hundreds of credible threats against Wilkins
