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April 22, 2026
FBI Investigates New York Times Reporter Over Kash Patel Story
- The FBI investigated New York Times reporter Elizabeth Williamson for potential stalking after her article on FBI Director Kash Patel's girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins, who received a death threat post-publication.
- The investigation was viewed by some in the Justice Department as retaliation against Williamson, but the FBI stated no case against her was pursued.
- The New York Times condemned the FBI's actions as an alarming violation of press freedoms, emphasizing the chilling effect on journalists scrutinizing government officials.
3 Sources
- F.B.I. Said to Have Investigated Times Reporter After Article on Patel’s GirlfriendApr 22, 2026 at 8:15 PM · NYT
- FBI looked into New York Times reporter who investigated Kash Patel’s use of resources to help his girlfriend: reportApr 22, 2026 at 10:20 PM · Independent
- New York Times says FBI investigated reporter after article about director Kash Patel's girlfriendApr 23, 2026 at 1:53 AM · Independent