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Kash Patel responds to criticism of Mar-a-Lago attack, Nancy Guthrie case, hockey team video amid riots in Mexico: ‘I love…’

FBI Director Kash Patel faces scrutiny after coming out Locker Room Celebrations Won a gold medal with the U.S. men’s hockey team at the Winter Olympics in Italy. The alleged videos circulated online as multiple crises unfolded, including: Mar-a-Lago Security Incident and ongoing security concerns involving Mexican Americans.

Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic Games – Ice Hockey – Men’s Play-off Semi-finals – United States vs Slovakia – Santa Giulia Hockey Arena, Milan, Italy – February 20, 2026. FBI Director Kash Patel watches the game REUTERS/Mike Segar (REUTERS)

CNN senior communications strategist Xochitl Hinojosa criticized him in a post on Nancy Guthrie Still missing, our FBI director thinks he’s a fraternity brother? ! “

The post retweeted video footage purportedly showing Patel celebrating with players. HT.com was unable to independently verify the authenticity of the video.

Reaction online was divided. Some commentators accused Patel of failing to prioritize national security, while others defended his apparent enthusiasm for Team USA’s victory.

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Patel defends dressing room appearance

Shortly after the backlash intensified, Patel responded on

He added that the United States is “the greatest country on earth” and called hockey “the greatest sport on earth.”

The alleged video shows Patel celebrating with his players after the U.S. men’s team defeated Canada to win the gold medal at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. The alleged video shows him cheering in the locker room while wearing a Team USA jersey.

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Patel’s appearance came just hours after he posted that the FBI was deploying “all necessary resources” to Mar-a-Lago following the shooting of an armed man near the resort.

Criticism of travel and priorities

Patel, who has previously faced criticism for his use of government aircraft and travel related to personal events, defended the charges by saying he used official aircraft less than his predecessor and was entitled to a personal life.

By law, officials must reimburse the government for non-official travel expenses.

Lawmakers have previously sought records on such reimbursements.

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