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A hearing for the U.S. attorney general nominee, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, became the focus of a question from Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse about FBI Director Kash Patel. During the confirmation hearing, Whitehouse asked whether Blanche would “put up” with Patel if appointed to oversee the Justice Department. The brief exchange referenced Patel’s long-standing denials of accusations that he misused FBI funds or resources. The article notes that FBI directors are required by Congress to travel on a government plane rather than on commercial airlines, a point Patel has used in responding to related claims. The report frames the moment as part of the broader confirmation process.