Kash Patel, a close associate of Donald Trump, has indicated that if the former president is re-elected in 2024, his administration would pursue legal action, either criminally or civilly, against journalists. Patel, who served in national security roles under Trump, expressed the intention to address alleged crimes by individuals in the media who he believes lied about American citizens and contributed to alleged election rigging. He emphasized the use of the Constitution to prosecute such cases. Patel’s rise from a Capitol Hill staffer to a trusted Trump aide has been notable, and he continues to leverage his insider status for various activities, including legal actions against media outlets.
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