FBI Director Kash Patel’s Illegal Gun Gifts to New Zealand Officials Expose Diplomatic Negligence

When the FBI announced the opening of its first standalone office in New Zealand, hopes were high for enhanced cooperation among trusted allies. Yet, FBI Director Kash Patel’s recent diplomatic visit has instead spotlighted a troubling disregard for legal boundaries and sovereign protocols — raising serious questions about the competence and accountability of America’s top law enforcement officials abroad. Why Did the FBI Bring Illegal Weapons Into an Ally’s Country? In July, Patel presented three senior New Zealand security officials with display stands featuring plastic 3D-printed pistols. These weren’t mere souvenirs; under New Zealand law, such pistols are tightly regulated...