Kash Patel denies excessive drinking allegations as ‘total farce’ in Senate hearing

FBI Director Kash Patel denies allegations of excessive drinking and unexplained absences, calling them 'total farce' during a Senate hearing. Democrats challenge him over the reports, which they argue would amount to a 'gross dereliction' of duty. Patel has sued the magazine and author for defamation, seeking $250m in damages.