Senate Democrats have requested the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) to review FBI Director Kash Patel’s use of government aircraft, including personal trips on FBI jets.

The investigation will examine Patel’s flight records, expenses, and whether he reimbursed the government for personal travel, such as trips to visit his girlfriend and attend sporting events.

While FBI directors are allowed to use government planes for both official and personal travel, they must reimburse the government for personal trips at coach fare rates.

This review follows reports of Patel using FBI jets for personal reasons, including flights to Las Vegas and Nashville, CBS News has reported.

The GAO last studied the issue in 2013, raising concerns about excessive personal use of government aircraft.

Written by B.C. Begley