Watch live: Patel testifies on FBI oversight

FBI Director Kash Patel is testifying Tuesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee on oversight of the federal law enforcement agency.

Patel is likely to face questions over a series of personnel shake-ups and controversies surrounding his conduct and use of government resources for travel. The FBI chief has defended his actions against criticism.

The hearing also comes as the Trump administration touts a sharp decline in violent crime.

The event is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. EDT.