Buckle up, folks—another media storm is brewing as a top FBI official torches a questionable report targeting Director Kash Patel, as Fox News reports.
A recent story from MS NOW alleging that Patel directed agents on his girlfriend’s security detail to chauffeur her inebriated friend home after a night out in Nashville has been met with fierce denial from within the agency, sparking a heated debate over journalistic integrity and the use of federal resources.
The MS NOW piece claims this supposed misuse of FBI personnel happened on multiple occasions. It paints a picture of Patel exploiting agency assets for personal convenience. But hold on—there’s another side to this tale that deserves a fair shake.
Ben Williamson, the FBI’s assistant director for public affairs, didn’t just dispute the story—he obliterated it in a public statement on X on December 5, 2025. He labeled the report as utterly baseless and took aim at the journalist behind it. This isn’t just a denial; it’s a full-on counterattack against what he sees as shoddy reporting.
Williamson revealed he first heard the accusation a few days before his public response, on a Tuesday prior to December 5. After digging into the claim, he consulted everyone allegedly involved—Patel, the security team, and even the girlfriend, Alexis, who he noted doesn’t consume alcohol. Not a shred of evidence or corroboration turned up, by his account.
“1,000% false and did not happen,” Williamson declared in his X post. With all due respect to MS NOW, if you’re going to throw around accusations like confetti, at least bring a receipt. This kind of unsubstantiated narrative only fuels distrust in media, which many already view as agenda-driven.
“And I’d like to give some BTS insight into how this hogwash got printed,” Williamson added. While his frustration is palpable, it’s hard not to wonder if outlets like MS NOW are more interested in clicks than credibility. Let’s prioritize facts over fiction, even if the latter sells better.
Williamson also shared that he pressed the reporter for details on their sources to counter the claims effectively. MS NOW’s response, as he relayed it, was that they lacked specific information but felt confident in their anonymous tipsters. That’s a thin reed to lean on when accusing a federal official of misconduct.
According to the MS NOW report, their story hinges on “three people with knowledge of the incidents” who were shielded by anonymity. While protecting sources has its place, vague assertions without hard proof leave room for skepticism. Many Americans are tired of shadowy claims masquerading as journalism.
Adding fuel to the controversy, the MS NOW narrative suggests this incident fits a broader pattern of Patel misusing FBI resources for personal gain. It’s worth noting that Patel holds the distinction of being the first FBI director to provide a security detail for his partner, unlike past directors whose spouses only received protection during joint travel. That detail alone raises eyebrows, though not necessarily for the reasons critics think.
Patel himself has pushed back against accusations of impropriety in a prior Fox News interview, rejecting any misuse of agency funds or equipment. “I’m entitled to a personal life, just like my other agency-head counterparts with their partners,” Patel stated. Fair point—why should a public servant’s private life be weaponized if no rules are broken?
“Do I support my girlfriend? Absolutely. Do I take trips with her? Absolutely,” Patel continued. While critics might clutch their pearls over this, it’s refreshing to see a leader stand by their personal commitments without apology, so long as taxpayer resources aren’t being squandered.
Patel didn’t stop there, addressing the broader narrative. “But when they’re talking about raid jackets and Velcro and FBI plane use, they’re not talking about the facts, because they know this FBI is succeeding in ways prior leadership failed,” he said. If the agency is delivering results, shouldn’t that be the headline instead of unverified gossip?
Meanwhile, Fox News Digital has sought comment from MS NOW to clarify their stance or provide further evidence. The silence so far speaks volumes, though one hopes they’ll step up with something concrete. In an era where trust in institutions is fragile, media outlets must do better than lean on nameless whispers.
This dust-up isn’t just about one report—it’s a microcosm of a larger battle over truth in a hyper-partisan age. While skepticism of authority is healthy, so is holding the fourth estate accountable when they peddle unproven claims. Let’s hope for clarity, because mud-slinging benefits no one, least of all the public seeking honest answers.
