Sarah Fitzpatrick

Sarah Fitzpatrick is a reporter for The Atlantic. She is currently newsworthy due to a defamation lawsuit filed against her and The Atlantic by FBI Director Kash Patel. The lawsuit, seeking US$250 million in damages, stems from an article Fitzpatrick wrote and The Atlantic published. The article, initially titled “Kash Patel’s Erratic Behavior Could Cost Him His Job,” alleges that Patel has a drinking problem that could pose a threat to national security. The article cited over two dozen anonymous sources. Patel denies the allegations, calling the story a lie, and claims the reporting is false. The Atlantic is defending its reporting. This case is significant due to the high profile of the plaintiff, the serious nature of the allegations, and the potential implications for journalistic freedom and the reporting on government officials.