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Kash Patel Denies 'System Lockout' Claims in Heated Exchange Months After Filing $250M Defamation Suit

Kash Patel angrily rejects claims he was locked out of FBI systems, even as his own lawsuit notes a login glitch, deepening questions over his defamation fight with a major magazine.

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A Court Just Ruled That Calling Kash Patel a 'Nightclub Regular' Is 'Rhetorical Hyperbole' to Count as Defamation

A federal court dismissed Kash Patel's defamation lawsuit against Frank Figliuzzi, ruling that the comment in question was rhetorical hyperbole, not a factual statement.

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House Democrats Sent Kash Patel a 10-Question Alcohol Disorder Test, Asked Him to Answer Under Penalty of Perjury

House Democrats have demanded FBI Director Kash Patel complete an alcohol screening under penalty of perjury, following allegations of chronic intoxication on the job, escalating a political crisis.

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Kash Patel opens up about his viral video of guzzling beer: 'I am like an everyday American'

Amid a major controversy that FBI director Kash Patel's work is suffering because of his alleged intoxication as reported by the Atlantic and legally challenged by Patel, the Indian-origin FBI chief spoke about it during a press conference and said while he is not a teetotaler, he is never drunk…

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Kash Patel Hit by Claims of Intoxication and Erratic Behaviour as FBI Leadership Comes Under Scrutiny

FBI Director Kash Patel faces allegations of intoxication and erratic behavior, sparking political reactions and a defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic.

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Embattled Kash Patel insists PC login incident is ‘an absolute lie’, his own lawsuit says it happened

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FBI director does Donald Trump proud, continues his legacy of embarassing the U.S. government

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FBI chief Kash Patel hits back at ‘fake news’ following bombshell report

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‘I never listen to the fake news mafia’: Kash Patel and Todd Blanche get heated with reporters over FBI director allegations

Patel says he’s ‘an everyday American who loves his country and loves the sport of hockey’ as he comes under fire for drinking with Team USA

The Independent UK

‘I’ve seen plenty of guys drink and have fun’: A House Republican just defended the FBI director with a $250 million lawsuit and zero self-awareness

When the job never switches off, neither does the spotlight.

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Kash Patel Threatens to Sue 'The Atlantic' Over Excessive Drinking and Unexplained Absences Claims Amid FBI Turmoil

FBI Director Kash Patel faces allegations of misconduct, including excessive drinking and absences, as he threatens legal action against 'The Atlantic' for false reporting.

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The Atlantic Vows To Fight $250 Million Defamation Lawsuit by Kash Patel

The FBI director filed a lawsuit over an article about his alleged drinking habits.

Reason

'Kash Patel does not drink to excess': 19-page lawsuit against Atlantic for $250 million details why FBI director 'freaked out'

The 19-page lawsuit that FBI director Kash Patel filed against the Atlantic and its journalist Sarah Fitzpatrick, over their article on Patel's drinking problem, which it said is a cause of concern for the administration, claimed that Kash Patel does not drink to excess. "Director Patel does not drink to…

The Times of India

Kash Patel Sues The Atlantic for $250 Million Over Report Alleging Drinking and Erratic Behavior

FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick, escalating a fight that began with a report alleging he engaged in excessive drinking, erratic behavior, and unexplained absences while leading the bureau.

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Inside the Case of FBI Director Patel Against 'The Atlantic' and Why He Sued the Magazine for 250 Million Dollars

Patel sued the publication for $250 million on April 20, arguing that the sources who spoke to the outlet were "not in a position to know the facts" and that the reporting was part of a broader effort to tarnish his image as FBI director.

International Business Times UK

Kash Patel's 'Heavy Drinking' Allegations Trigger $250M Defamation Lawsuit Against the Atlantic

Kash Patel has filed a £200 million defamation lawsuit against media allegations of 'heavy drinking', claiming reputational harm and lack of evidence. The case highlights issues of journalistic standards and press freedom.

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FBI director Kash Patel files $250m defamation suit against The Atlantic

According to The Atlantic, Patel's job as head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation is in jeopardy in part because of what it said were "bouts of excessive drinking" and "unexplained absences".

The Independent UK

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for article that alleged excessive drinking

FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million lawsuit against The Atlantic magazine and its reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick, contending its article posted last week that talked about his alleged excessive drinking was a “malicious hit piece.”

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The Independent UK

FBI chief Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million over bombshell report

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Kash Patel files $250M defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over ‘hit piece’ on his FBI leadership

FBI director accuses magazine and journalist of ‘sweeping, malicious and defamatory hit piece’

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Under pressure FBI Director Kash Patel claims agency has ‘evidence’ that 2020 election was stolen from Trump: ‘Stay tuned this week’

The Director, rumored to be facing dismissal, says he has ‘information that backs President Trump’s claim’ that Joe Biden’s victory over him was achieved by widespread fraud

The Independent UK

Kash Patel gives major update after bombshell The Atlantic report

FBI Director Kash Patel announced he is filing a defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic magazine.

The Independent UK

Kash Patel says he is filing defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic Monday

Patel threatened to sue the publication following a report alleging he is deeply paranoid about being fired and often drinks to excess

International Business Times UK

Winter Olympics, Locked Doors at FBI HQ, and Every Other Item in Kash Patel's Alleged Drinking's Very Public Paper Trail

The Atlantic's investigation into FBI Director Kash Patel alleges misconduct, including excessive drinking and misuse of government resources, prompting Patel to threaten legal action.

International Business Times UK

Kash Patel Warned He'll Be Fired as FBI Director After Freakout — 'Has Five Weeks'

FBI Director Kash Patel faces rumors of imminent dismissal after allegations of misconduct and a public incident. The controversy has sparked widespread speculation in Washington.

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