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Kash Patel files lawsuit against The Atlantic over article alleging excessive drinking

Name: Kash Patel files lawsuit against The Atlantic over article alleging excessive drinking
Uploaded: 2026-04-20T11:29:00-0400
Duration: 4 min 30 s
Description: FBI Director Kash Patel is suing The Atlantic magazine for a story alleging excessive drinking and absences. Patel is seeking $250 million in damages. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more.

FBI Director Kash Patel is suing The Atlantic magazine for a story alleging excessive drinking and absences. Patel is seeking $250 million in damages. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more.