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Kash Patel's team threatens lawsuit over bombshell report he drinks on the job

Apr 18, 2026Far Left

FBI Director Kash Patel's communications strategist, Erica Knight, threatened legal action against The Atlantic on Friday night, following their publication of a devastating report on Patel's alleged behavior and the potential search to replace him.The report in question detailed claims that Patel has been frequently drunk on the job, to the point FBI…

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Patel threatens to sue Atlantic over story alleging excessive drinking

FBI Director Kash Patel has threatened to sue the Atlantic over a recent story detailing alleged concerns in the bureau over his drinking and absences at work. The report, published on Friday, described a pattern of heavy drinking both in Washington, D.C., and Las Vegas, where Patel reportedly spends some of his weekends. Patel’s drinking…

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