FBI Director Kash Patel sues Atlantic for defamation

The Atlantic magazine has published a detailed report containing multiple allegations against FBI Director Kash Patel, who has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against the publication. The article describes Patel as prone to erratic behavior and panic, citing an incident where he believed he was fired after an IT login error. It also reports concerns from officials about his alcohol use as a national security vulnerability and alleges he has used the FBI jet for personal travel. Further, the piece accuses Patel of politicizing the FBI by purging agents deemed disloyal and pressuring others to quit, with employees reportedly polygraphed about criticism of him or the president.