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FBI Now "Above-Board"? | Why would Kash Patel say that?
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April 27, 2026
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5:20Now PlayingIn this video, retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent, Chris Piehota, breaks down the growing confusion surrounding the Washington, D.C. shooting investigation and focuses on one recent comment that stood out: FBI Director Kash Patel describing the case as being handled “above board.”
That phrase matters. In a major federal investigation, “above board” should be the default, not something presented as a distinguishing feature. So why say it that way? This commentary examines whether Patel’s public remarks helped clarify the situation or added to the growing noise, conspiracy chatter, and public distrust already surrounding the case. The discussion also looks at the FBI’s response, the role of DHS and Secret Service, and the larger concern that the original event itself may represent a serious security breakdown. The real issue is not Internet nonsense or political spin. It is whether the investigation is being communicated properly, whether the protective posture failed, and whether leadership is helping restore confidence or making things worse. Watch, comment, and weigh in.
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About the Host: Chris Piehota is a former FBI Supervisory Special Agent and trusted national security expert who provides rare insider insight into FBI matters, law enforcement and intelligence operations, and America’s evolving security challenges. With decades of experience in counterterrorism, law enforcement leadership, and crisis response, he offers clear, candid perspectives on government and the future of US national security. Chris, a US Air Force veteran, is the author of "Wanted: The FBI I Once Knew", a personal view of what the FBI should be for the American people. Chris currently serves as a subject matter expert/consultant regarding complex security practices, risk mitigation, and leadership concepts.
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