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alcohol use
Coverage of alcohol use in the Nexus archive.
- House Republican on Patel reported alcohol use: ‘As long as it doesn’t affect his job … I’m cool’
Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) defended FBI Director Kash Patel following a report alleging Patel's excessive alcohol use, stating he is 'cool' as long as it does not affect Patel's job performance. McCormick claimed he was unaware of any rumors or concerns regarding Patel's behavior.
- Patel sues Atlantic over report on job performance, alcohol use
FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic after the magazine published a report alleging he feared losing his job and struggled to be contacted following nights of excessive drinking. The article, titled 'The FBI Director Is MIA,' cited over two dozen sources, including current and former staff.