Event Brief
Senator challenges Kash Patel to take test for drinking
Filed: May 12, 2026 at 6:03 PM ET
Summary: A fiery Capitol Hill hearing turned as FBI Director Kash Patel accused a senator of problem drinking.
WHO: Kash Patel
WHAT: Senator challenged Kash Patel to take a test for problem drinking
WHEN: May 12, 2026 at 5:38 PM ET
WHERE: Capitol Hill, United States
WHY: The hearing reacted to questions about Patel’s alleged alcohol use.
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