Dan Bongino FBI Deputy role was assigned to the former U.S. Secret Service agent and conservative media figure, as announced by President Donald Trump on Truth Social, where he was called “a man of incredible love and passion for our Country.”
FBI Leadership Change Bonino will report to FBI Director Kash Patel, who was sworn in on Friday and is another Trump friend. It is anticipated that the agency would undergo significant changes under the new leadership, including as moving staff from Washington, D.C., and putting more of an emphasis on conventional crime-fighting responsibilities.
Bongino’s History
The 49-year-old Dan Bongino FBI Deputy protected Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush while working for the US Secret Service. He became a well-known conservative media figure and a best-selling author after leaving the firm. One of the most well-liked political podcasts on Spotify is The Dan Bongino Show.
Political and Media Career
Bongino ran unsuccessfully for political office three times—in Maryland and Florida. He later became a Fox News commentator and hosted a Saturday night show from 2021 to 2023.
Controversial Stance on 2020 Election
Bongino has been a vocal supporter of Trump’s Make America Great Again movement and has spread false claims about the 2020 election.Democrats are worried about possible partisan influence within the FBI as a result of his nomination.
Ideas for Reforming the Secret Service
Last year, Bongino publicly criticized the Secret Service, calling it a “failed” agency. He requested that Trump put up a group to restructure the CIA after the two assassination attempts.
As seen by Bongino’s nomination, the FBI’s purpose and leadership have undergone significant shift under the Trump administration.
Source: Kcci
