Kash Patel Criticized for Using $60M FBI Jet to Attend Girlfriend’s Show
FBI Director Kash Patel faces criticism for allegedly utilizing a $60 million government jet to attend a performance by his girlfriend, country singer Alexis Wilkins. This claim emerged from flight records and comments made by Kyle Seraphin, a former FBI agent, during his podcast.
Kash Patel’s Jet Controversy
According to Seraphin, Patel traveled to watch Wilkins perform at the Real American Freestyle wrestling event at Pennsylvania State University. Flight logs indicate that a Department of Justice-regulated aircraft departed from Manassas Regional Airport in Virginia on October 25, 2025. It arrived approximately 40 minutes later at State College Regional Airport in Pennsylvania.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) identifies the aircraft’s registered owner as the FBI’s national headquarters in Washington, D.C., which implies it was used for official government purposes. However, the passenger manifest has not been publicly disclosed, leaving uncertainty about Patel’s presence on the flight.
Continuing the Journey
About two and a half hours after arriving in Pennsylvania, the same jet reportedly flew to Nashville, Tennessee, where Wilkins resides. Patel, 45, was spotted at the event with Wilkins, 26, who shared photos of them on social media.
- Event: Real American Freestyle wrestling
- Location: Pennsylvania State University
- Date: October 25, 2025
FBI Policies and Criticism
FBI regulations dictate that the director must utilize official aircraft for security reasons. Additionally, Patel is required to reimburse the government for any personal travel at commercial rates. He has previously been accused of misusing government jets for personal engagements.
In his defense, Patel remarked, “Congress made it mandatory” for him to use government planes for all travel. Earlier in 2025, former FBI counterintelligence chief Frank Figliuzzi criticized Patel, suggesting that he often spends more time in nightlife venues than at FBI headquarters.
Concerns Over Leadership
Reports have indicated that Patel divides his time between Washington, D.C., and Las Vegas, contributing to what insiders describe as disorder within the FBI. He has also drawn ire for implementing polygraph tests to identify agents suspected of leaking sensitive information, a move the FBI asserted was vital for maintaining internal security.
