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FBI Director Kash Patel Files $250 Million Defamation Lawsuit Against *The Atlantic*

FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against *The Atlantic*, alleging the publication damaged his reputation through an article questioning his conduct and professional integrity.
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Taiwan Seen Playing Larger Role in Global Supply Chains as Technology Trade Shifts
Global Economy Expected to Slow in 2026 Amid Geopolitical and Energy Risks
Wall Street Gains as Amazon Results Ease Concerns Over AI Spending
Death Toll From Powerful Earthquake in Southwestern Japan Rises to 34
Former Peruvian President Ollanta Humala Released After Constitutional Court Overturns Conviction
Russian Missile and Drone Attack on Kyiv Kills Four as Ukraine Urges More Air Defences
US and Iran Exchange New Threats as Washington Signals Possible Military Escalation
FEMA Deploys Additional Resources to Support Western Wildfire Response
EPA Finalises Stricter Air Quality Standards for Industrial Facilities
FCC Proposes Tougher Cybersecurity Standards for Telecommunications Networks
Justice Department Seeks to Drop Charges in Lincoln Memorial Case
Justice Department Seeks Dismissal of National Mall Protest Case
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