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Kash Patel Files Six Defamation Suits, Targets Major Media

6/14/2026

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Kash Patel has filed six defamation suits against media since 2019, echoing President Donald Trump’s litigation style.
Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million and, in 2019, brought actions against Politico, The New York Times and CNN over reporting on his involvement in Trump’s Ukraine dealings.
Patel filed a $10 million 2023 suit against blogger Jim Stewartson for calling him a “chud,” as the outlet cites First Amendment protection, leaving it unresolved.

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Kash Patel has filed six defamation suits against media since 2019, echoing President Donald Trump’s litigation style.
Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million and, in 2019, brought actions against Politico, The New York Times and CNN over reporting on his involvement in Trump’s Ukraine dealings.
Patel filed a $10 million 2023 suit against blogger Jim Stewartson for calling him a “chud,” as the outlet cites First Amendment protection, leaving it unresolved.