FBI Opens Criminal Probe Into Leaks Behind Story on Kash Patel’s Drinking

The FBI has initiated a criminal investigation aimed at uncovering who leaked information to a reporter about Kash Patel’s drinking, according to reporting by Sarah Rumpf. Patel, a controversial figure known for his fierce loyalty to Donald Trump and his role in politicizing the Department of Defense and intelligence agencies, has repeatedly been at the center of allegations involving loyalty purges and undermining the rule of law.

The leak in question led to a damaging article that raised questions about Patel’s conduct and fitness for his influential roles. Now, instead of addressing the substance of those concerns, the FBI is focusing on hunting down the whistleblower or source who dared to share this information with the press.

This investigation is not an isolated incident. It fits a broader pattern of the Trump administration’s allies using federal law enforcement as a weapon to intimidate critics, silence dissent, and protect their grip on power. Kash Patel himself has been implicated in efforts to politicize intelligence and law enforcement agencies, turning them into tools for personal and political vendettas rather than impartial justice.

By targeting the leakers rather than the allegations, the FBI under this administration continues to undermine transparency and accountability. This sends a chilling message to anyone inside the government or intelligence community who might consider exposing wrongdoing: your loyalty is demanded, and your silence is enforced by threats of criminal prosecution.

For those who care about preserving democratic norms and the rule of law, this investigation is a stark reminder of how deeply authoritarian tactics have taken root. The focus should be on Patel’s actions and the corruption they represent, not on punishing those who dare to bring those actions to light.

Only Clowns Are Orange will continue to track this investigation and expose the ways law enforcement agencies are weaponized against the public interest under Trump’s shadow. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.