Kash Patel Seeks $250 Million From Outlet That Reported On His Alleged ‘Excessive Drinking’
1 sourceUpdated Jul 2, 2026
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a lawsuit against The Atlantic on Monday, describing the outlet’s article on his tenure at the agency as “a sweeping, malicious, and defamatory hit piece” in court documents. The Atlantic…
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