FBI Director Kash Patel, a figure often in the public eye for his personal life, is now facing intense scrutiny and humiliation from within his own agency. A former senior FBI official has revealed a deeply embarrassing nickname given to Patel by his staff, highlighting a growing wave of discontent over his alleged misuse of official privileges and taxpayer money.
The Humiliating Moniker: 'Make-a-Wish Director'
The revelation came from former FBI Senior Executive Christopher O'Leary during an appearance on MSNOW's 'The Weekend'. O'Leary disclosed that agents inside the FBI have started referring to their chief as the "Make-a-Wish director." This nickname is a direct jab, inspired by the charitable foundation that fulfills the dreams of critically ill children. The implication is that Patel is using his powerful position to fulfill his own personal whims and desires.
Why is Kash Patel Called the 'Make-a-Wish Director'?
According to O'Leary, the nickname stems from Patel's alleged pattern of exploiting his privileges as FBI Director for personal gain. The most glaring example is his repeated use of the FBI's $60 million private jet for non-official travel. While protocol requires him to reimburse the equivalent of a commercial airline ticket, the massive additional operational costs—often tens of thousands of dollars per flight—are borne by American taxpayers.
O'Leary pointed out that Patel has used the government jet for a variety of personal excursions, including trips to UFC matches, hockey games, professional wrestling events, and hunting trips. This practice sparked a national scandal in late October after FBI whistle-blower Kyle Seraphin tracked the jet's public flight logs. The logs showed Patel flying to a wrestling event at Penn State University, where his girlfriend was performing, and then to Nashville to spend the night with her.
Further fueling the controversy, O'Leary condemned Patel for allegedly ordering SWAT protection for his 27-year-old country singer girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins. "It's my taxpayer dollars and yours that are being wasted on these ridiculous adventures and security for his girlfriend," O'Leary stated, questioning where such preferential treatment would end.
Public and Internal Backlash Grows
The exposure of this internal nickname has been met with approval on social media, where Patel is already an unpopular figure due to his handling of high-profile cases and perceived lavish lifestyle. Users on platform X expressed their disdain, with one commenting on the sycophantic culture, while others simply found the new moniker fitting.
This incident underscores a significant rift within the FBI. While his peers may not be able to voice their criticism publicly, the adoption of the "Make-a-Wish Director" label serves as a clear and innovative indicator of their collective sentiment towards his leadership.
