FBI Director Kash Patel Confirms Wider Probe in Charlie Kirk Murder, Clashes with Senators

FBI Director Kash Patel revealed Tuesday that investigators are actively pursuing ‘anyone and everyone’ involved in the Discord chat of alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson, indicating a potentially wider network connected to the conservative activist’s killing. Patel’s testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee on September 16, 2025, quickly devolved into fiery exchanges with Democratic senators while he defended his agency’s handling of the high-profile case.

Patel faced intense scrutiny, particularly from Ranking Member Dick Durbin, who slammed the Director for creating “mass confusion” with his social media posts during the initial stages of the Kirk investigation. Despite the criticism, Patel stood by his decision to release suspect photos against law enforcement recommendations, crediting it with the swift apprehension of 22-year-old Robinson within 36 hours. Robinson’s father reportedly recognized him from the released images, leading to his surrender. Patel emphasized the role of public cooperation, stating, “We cannot do our job without the American public.”

The hearing also saw Patel fielding questions on other controversies, including the long-running Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Patel squarely blamed former U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta for the “original sin” in the case and explicitly denied claims that Epstein was an FBI informant.

However, the most dramatic moments came during heated altercations with Democratic senators. Patel branded Sen. Adam Schiff a “political buffoon” and “the biggest fraud to ever sit in the United States Senate” during a clash over the Epstein files. Similarly, a shouting match erupted between Patel and Sen. Cory Booker, who accused the Director of making the country “weaker and less safe.” Throughout the contentious session, President Donald Trump reiterated his full confidence in Director Patel’s performance. The FBI’s ongoing investigation into the Discord chat members suggests further developments are expected in the Charlie Kirk murder case.

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