"The FBI has launched a criminal leak investigation focusing on an Atlantic magazine journalist who wrote a deeply unflattering account last month of Director Kash Patel's work habits, two people familiar with the matter told MS NOW."
"The journalist, Sarah Fitzpatrick, cited two dozen anonymous sources in a detailed story reporting that Patel's alcohol consumption and erratic behavior had caused deep concern among FBI officials."
"Patel immediately sued the Atlantic, saying the story contained falsehoods and claiming he had been defamed. The magazine and Fitzpatrick stood by her reporting, saying they had received additional corroboration after it was published."
The FBI has initiated a criminal leak investigation concerning an Atlantic magazine journalist who reported on Kash Patel's alleged alcohol consumption and erratic behavior. This investigation is unusual as it does not involve classified information but focuses on leaks to a reporter. The journalist, Sarah Fitzpatrick, used numerous anonymous sources to detail concerns from FBI officials about Patel's work habits. Patel has filed a lawsuit against The Atlantic, claiming defamation, while the magazine maintains the accuracy of its reporting.
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