FBI boss Kash Patel gave New Zealand officials 3D-printed guns illegal to possess under local laws

FBI Director Kash Patel visited New Zealand in July. He presented replica pistols to senior security officials. New Zealand law prohibits these weapons. Officials surrendered the gifts for destruction. Authorities then destroyed the pistols. This event caused some discussion. Patel's visit also included remarks about China. The FBI opened its first New Zealand office.