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FBI investigates journalist over Atlantic story on Kash Patel drinking habits shocking claims
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Published on 7 May 2026
Atlantic alleges Patel’s drinking could cost him the job
The FBI has reportedly opened an investigation into a journalist following a contentious Atlantic magazine story about Kash Patel’s alleged drinking habits. The article claimed Patel frequently drank to excess and warned he could risk losing his role as FBI director. The probe adds a new twist to an already politically charged narrative around Patel’s conduct and workplace fitness.
- FBI reportedly opened an investigation into a journalist tied to the Atlantic story
- The Atlantic article alleged Kash Patel frequently drank to excess
- The report suggested Patel faced risk of losing his job as FBI director
- The development escalates scrutiny of personal conduct claims around Patel
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