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Kash Patel's attorney rejects The Atlantic's effort to dismiss defamation lawsuit, vows 'accountability'
FBI director filed a $250 million lawsuit in response to magazine's story alleging excessive drinking on the job
By Joseph A. Wulfsohn Fox News
Published July 28, 2026 7:30am EDT
https://www.foxnews.com/media/kash-patel-attorney-rejects-atlantic-effort-dismiss-defamation-lawsuit-vows-accountability
-Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for 250 million dollars over alleged defamation.
-Patel denies allegations that he engaged in excessive drinking or other misconduct.
-The Atlantic filed motions to dismiss the lawsuit and limit discovery while seeking government documents and testimony.
-Patel's attorney criticized The Atlantic's legal strategy and said the lawsuit will continue.
-The Atlantic says its reporting was newsworthy and protected by the First Amendment.
-The FBI and several Trump administration officials publicly defended Patel.
-The original article relied on unnamed sources and alleged excessive drinking, erratic behavior, and unexplained absences.