Patel files $250M defamation suit against The Atlantic over drinking and attendance claims
TL;DR
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic in Washington, DC, contesting a report that alleged he frequently drinks and has irregular attendance, calling the allegations false; The Atlantic says it stands by its reporting and will defend the piece.
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