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FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday for a second day of questioning by lawmakers.
He faced questions about his leadership of the bureau including the firing of dozens of FBI agents and officials, the release of investigative files related to alleged sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, and the shooting of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk.
Patel began his hearings on Wednesday by defending the agency under his leadership.
What were some of the biggest takeaways from the the hearing?
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He faced questions about his leadership of the bureau including the firing of dozens of FBI agents and officials, the release of investigative files related to alleged sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, and the shooting of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk.
Patel began his hearings on Wednesday by defending the agency under his leadership.
What were some of the biggest takeaways from the the hearing?
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