During a Senate confirmation hearing for Kash Patel, President Trump’s nominee for FBI Director, Representative Adam Schiff lashed out at Patel over his involvement in a controversial song related to the January 6 Capitol riot. Schiff pressed Patel about his role in the production, stating, “when you say ‘we,’ that includes you, Mr. Patel.”
The exchange sparked intense debate on social media, with many criticizing Schiff for his aggressive questioning and Patel’s responses. Some commentators labeled the hearing a “circus,” calling attention to the spectacle rather than the substance. This heated exchange has raised concerns about the tone of political hearings in recent months.