FBI Director Kash Patel sued the Atlantic and a staff writer for $250 million over a “defamatory” piece against him. The article alleged Patel engaged in “excessive drinking” while leading the FBI."I’ve never been intoxicated on the job," Patel said. https://t.co/XqwmV3GsrQ pic.twitter.com/BFd6IHimzT— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 22, 2026
FBI Director Kash Patel sued the Atlantic and a staff writer for $250 million over a “defamatory” piece against him. The article alleged Patel engaged in “excessive drinking” while leading the FBI. "I’ve never been intoxicated on the job," Patel said. pic.
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