FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic over ‘drinking’ claims
Indian Express·1d ago·Neutral
What Happened
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and journalist Sarah Fitzpatrick over an article claiming his alleged drinking problem endangered national security. The article cited anonymous sources reporting rescheduled meetings and delayed decisions. Patel denies allegations, stating the magazine ignored his refutations before publication.
Key Entities
Kash PatelFBI DirectorThe AtlanticSarah FitzpatrickUS District Court District of ColumbiaJesse BinnallWhite HouseDepartment of Justice