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FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million over story on alleged drinking, absences
Patel says the magazine ignored denials and published false claims about his conduct, and his lawsuit seeks $250 million in damages.
- FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million over a story alleging his heavy drinking and absences harmed his job performance and raised concerns at the FBI and Department of Justice.
- The lawsuit alleges The Atlantic acted with "actual malice" by knowingly printing false information despite Patel's denials. A central point of the litigation is the magazine's allegation that security detail once requested "breaching equipment" to enter Patel’s room after he was unreachable; Patel’s lawyers have labeled this specific claim a "complete fabrication" designed to humiliate the director.
- The lawsuit challenges the report's assertion that morning briefings were routinely delayed due to Patel's alcohol consumption at private clubs, with the defense arguing that no named witnesses have supported these "alcohol-fueled" narratives.
- While The Atlantic has stated it stands by its "diligent, award-winning" reporting, Patel has characterized the piece as a desperate attempt by the "fake news" to sabotage his efforts to reform the bureau.
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In the past, he had described the media as "the most powerful enemy the United States has ever seen." Now, FBI director Patel is filing a libel lawsuit against The Atlantic, demanding damages of $250 million.
In an investigation published this Saturday, the American magazine drew up a somewhat laudable portrait of Kash Patel, who has been leading the FBI for more than a year. He denounces a "defamatory, malicious and chargeable attack".
FBI Director Kash Patel Suing The Atlantic for $250 Million Over Report About Drinking
Photo Credit: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Kash Patel is firing back at a magazine publication and its writer. An article published on Friday accuses him of having a drinking problem. The article says this could pose a significant threat to the nation’s security. The story was written by Sarah Fitzpatrick of The Atlantic. For his part, Kash is not taking these allegations well. His legal team is suing Sarah and the magazine, seeking $250 million i…
Kash Patel claims US$250 million in damages for an article that reports episodes of excessive consumption and absenteeism.
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