On the Media How Kash Patel Came to Loathe the Media and Love Trump
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Feb 19, 2025 Elaina Plott Calabro, a staff writer at The Atlantic known for her in-depth profiles, discusses the controversial rise of Kash Patel. She traces his journey from attorney to a prominent figure in the Trump administration. Elaina delves into Patel's transformation and his intense disdain for the media, particularly fueled by his experiences at the Justice Department. The conversation also covers his self-image as both a hero and a victim, and how conspiracy theories, like Italy Gate, shaped his political rhetoric and motivations.
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Tie Incident
- Kash Patel's tie incident in a Texas courtroom led to a judge's outburst and a news article.
- He felt betrayed by the Department of Justice's lack of public support, fueling his distrust of the system.
Distrust of the System
- The tie incident contributed to Patel's belief that the system was rigged against him.
- This incident made him seek out leaders he perceived as strong, like Devin Nunes.
Patel's Book
- Patel's book, "Government Gangsters," portrays him as either hero or victim in every event.
- He falsely claims to have been the lead prosecutor on the Benghazi case.
