| Source | CBS Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | April 20, 2026, 11 a.m. |
| Last Updated | April 20, 2026, 11 a.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/kash-patel-lawsuit-the-atlantic-250-million/ |
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_Washington_ — FBI Director Kash Patel filed a defamation lawsuit against The
Atlantic magazine on Monday, saying a [ recent story ][6] about his alleged
frequent drinking and absences included "false and obviously fabricated" claims.
The [ 19-page lawsuit ][7] , filed in the District of Columbia, ...