FBI Director Kash Patel Files $250 Million Defamation Lawsuit Against the Atlantic, Which Calls Suit ‘Meritless’

Kash Patel, the director of the FBI, has filed a lawsuit against The Atlantic over a story alleging excessive drinking and unexplained absences. The lawsuit seeks damages and claims The Atlantic published false and fabricated allegations with actual malice, despite being warned of their inaccuracy. The Atlantic stands by its reporting and will defend itself against the lawsuit, calling it meritless.