Kash Patel sues The Atlantic

The lawsuit, filed in US District Court, targets a recent feature that described Kash Patel as having 'alarmed colleagues' with episodes of inebriation and unexplained absences.

Patel has vehemently denied the claims, calling the article a politically motivated attack intended to jeopardize his role.

The Atlantic has stated it stands by its reporting and the sources cited in the story.

This legal battle comes as Patel faces increasing scrutiny from both lawmakers and the public regarding his leadership at the FBI.