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UPDATED May 13, 2026 at 1:03 AM ET
May 12, 2026 at 3:06 PM ET
Van Hollen questions FBI Director Patel on alleged drinking
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen questioned FBI Director Kash Patel during a Senate hearing over alleged drinking problems.
WHO: Sen. Chris Van Hollen; FBI Director Kash Patel
WHAT: Heated exchange during a Senate hearing about alleged drinking problems
WHEN: May 12, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The exchange was triggered by allegations about Patel's drinking.
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