Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million over story on alleged drinking

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FBI Director Kash Patel filed a defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic, saying a recent story about his alleged frequent drinking and absences included "false and obviously fabricated" claims.

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Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million over story on alleged drinking
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Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million over story on alleged drinking

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FBI Director Kash Patel filed a defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic, saying a recent story about his alleged frequent drinking and absences included "false and obviously fabricated" claims.