Popular California coffee chain reverses controversial plan to remove Pride flags “I made a mistake, and I am sincerely sorry,” the company’s CEO said The Independent UK · Apr 18
White House ‘discussing’ FBI chief Patel’s future after bombshell report IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 18
Kash Patel's Girlfriend Alexis Wilkins Speaks Out Amid Drinking Row as FBI Director Threatens Lawsuit FBI Director Kash Patel faces allegations of erratic behavior and drinking, prompting legal threats against The Atlantic. The controversy highlights ongoing scrutiny of FBI leadership. International Business Times UK · Apr 18
White House officials ‘openly discuss’ firing Kash Patel as FBI chief threatens to sue over report about ‘excessive drinking’ Sarah Fitzpatrick, the reporter behind the bombshell exposé about Kash Patel’s alleged conduct, said she stands by her story after he threatened to sue The Independent UK · Apr 18
FBI’s Kash Patel denies excess drinking amid officials’ US security concerns Agency director threatens to sue Atlantic for report citing allegations from two dozen current and former colleagues The Guardian - US · Apr 18
Kash Patel threatens legal action over claims of drinking and paranoia IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 18
Kash Patel’s 'erratic' habits raise concerns as FBI director’s late-night drinking delays meetings: Report Concerns are growing inside the FBI over Director Kash Patel’s conduct, with colleagues alleging that the Indian-origin agency head has engaged in heavy drinking and unexplained absences that they say have affected his leadership. The Times of India · Apr 18
Kash Patel Slams 'Fake News' Allegations of Alcohol-Fuelled Nights and Missed Briefings as a 'Legal Lay Up' for Defamation FBI Director Kash Patel denies allegations of misconduct reported by The Atlantic, including excessive drinking and security breaches. Patel has threatened legal action, while the report raises national security concerns. International Business Times UK · Apr 18
Kash Patel threatens to sue over ‘false’ bombshell report detailing claims of ‘excessive drinking’ and other concerning conduct The FBI director has called the allegations ‘false reporting’ and said he would sue the Atlantic reporter who published them The Independent UK · Apr 18
Chinese researcher on J-1 visa pleads guilty to smuggling E. coli bacteria into US disguised as women’s underwear A Chinese researcher working in the United States has pleaded guilty to smuggling E. coli into the country. The Times of India · Apr 17
Naval reservist accused of murdering wife and stuffing her remains in a freezer before fleeing the nation Lina M. Guerra Echavarria’s family accused her husband of controlling and abusive behavior before he allegedly killed her The Independent UK · Apr 16
Did Kash Patel Really Say America Should 'Prioritise Israel'? FBI Director Roasted Over Resurfaced Video FBI Director Kash Patel is facing backlash over a video urging the US to prioritise Israel, sparking debate over America's foreign policy, the 'America First' doctrine and fuelling social media outrage. International Business Times UK · Apr 16
Unearthed FBI Document Leak Fuels Claims of Epstein Introducing Melania to Trump Despite Public Denials Fresh controversy erupts as an alleged FBI document fuels claims that Jeffrey Epstein introduced Melania to Donald Trump, contradicting past denials. International Business Times UK · Apr 15
Kash Patel invites Eric Swalwell to speak to FBI over sexual assault claims as Polymarket launches odds on his arrest Eric Swalwell has vehemently denied the claims against him, describing them as ‘false allegations’ in a statement The Independent UK · Apr 15
Fortune · Apr 10 First they went after medtech, then Kash Patel. Iranian hackers’ next target is likely ‘low-hanging fruit’ in water, energy, and tourism, experts say While the attacks have little effect on military outcomes, disruption is the point, said CSIS senior fellow Nikita Shah.
Reason · Apr 9 Trump v. Second Amendment: The Administration Is Trying To Selectively Apply Gun Rights Trump and his underlings seem less inclined to worry about the Second Amendment when it protects people outside the MAGA coalition.
The Guardian - US · Apr 9 FBI arrests ex-Fort Bragg employee over alleged classified leak to journalist Courtney Williams accused of sharing material with reporter examining deaths and drugs at US military base
The Independent UK · Apr 8 Shaky ceasefire unlikely to stop cyberattacks from Iran-linked hackers for long An uncertain ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. and Israel may do little to stop cyberattacks from hackers allied with Tehran
International Business Times UK · Apr 7 The $60 Million Commute: Is Kash Patel Using Government Jet for His Long-Distance Romance With Alexis Wilkins? Explore the controversy surrounding Kash Patel's alleged use of a government jet for personal trips with his girlfriend, raising questions about ethics, transparency, and the misuse of taxpayer resources.
The Guardian - US · Apr 7 Drone racing to drone strikes: have war and sport become indistinguishable? The Trump administration’s pushing of the war in Iran reflects a sporting culture driven by clipped-up content, shameless tribalism and a lust for escalation
International Business Times UK · Apr 6 Trump Asks Congress For Massive Counterterrorism Budget Targeting 'Anti-Americanism' And Ideological Dissent Across US The Trump administration's 2027 budget includes funding for a new FBI-led centre aimed at identifying potential domestic terrorists based on ideological beliefs.
The Times of India · Apr 4 Trump considering firing FBI director Kash Patel according to White House officials: Report The Trump administration is discussing the possible departure of several senior officials, including FBI Director Kash Patel. According to a report by The Atlantic, people familiar with White House planning have told the magazine that discussions are underway about whether certain top officials may leave their posts.
We Got This Covered · Apr 3 ‘The attorney general did not tip us off’: Eric Swalwell flat-out denies Pam Bondi leaked to him, and points to who actually did So much for that theory.
The Guardian - US · Apr 3 Trump accused of running ‘misogynistic administration’ after Bondi dismissal Bondi and Kristi Noem the only two cabinet members to be removed despite string of scandals involving male officials
International Business Times UK · Apr 3 Is Donald Trump About to Fire Kash Patel? Explosive Scandals Mount and Lawsuit From Agents Looms Potential shake-up in Trump's administration as Kash Patel faces scrutiny over FBI Director position amid legal challenges and cabinet pressure. Explore the implications for Patel and Trump's leadership.