Former Secret Service agent and conservative commentator Dan Bongino has been tapped by President Donald Trump to serve as the next Deputy Director of the FBI, sparking both praise and controversy.
Absolutely nobody saw this coming. It’s wild!
At a Glance
- President Trump announced Dan Bongino as the next FBI Deputy Director
- Bongino has a background in law enforcement and is a prominent conservative voice
- He will work alongside newly appointed FBI Director Kash Patel
- The appointment has drawn both support and criticism
- Bongino’s role as Deputy Director typically involves overseeing day-to-day operations
Trump Announces Bongino’s Appointment
President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Monday night to announce Dan Bongino’s appointment as the next Deputy Director of the FBI.
Yes, that Dan Bongino.
The decision comes as part of a broader reshaping of key law enforcement positions within the administration.
“Great news for Law Enforcement and American Justice, Dan Bongino, a man of incredible love and passion for our country, has just been named the next DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF THE FBI, by the man who will be the best ever Director, Kash Patel,” President Donald Trump said.
You didn’t see that coming, did you?
Bongino’s Background and Qualifications
Dan Bongino, 49, brings a diverse background to his new role. He holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology from the City University of New York and an MBA from Penn State. His law enforcement experience includes service with the New York Police Department and as a Special Agent with the United States Secret Service, where he was part of the protective details for Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
“He was a member of the New York Police Department (New York’s Finest!), a highly respected Special Agent with the United States Secret Service, and is now one of the most successful Podcasters in the Country, something he is willing and prepared to give up in order to serve, Working with our great new United States Attorney General, Pam Bondi, and Director Patel, Fairness, Justice, Law and Order will be brought back to America, and quickly. Congratulations Dan!” Trump said.
In recent years, Bongino has become a prominent figure in conservative media, hosting a popular podcast, “The Dan Bongino Show,” and briefly taking over Rush Limbaugh’s radio slot following the latter’s passing. He has also made unsuccessful bids for political office in Maryland and Florida between 2012 and 2016.
Bongino will serve under newly appointed FBI Director Kash Patel, who was recently sworn in after a narrow Senate confirmation. Patel, known for his vocal opposition to investigations into Trump and his involvement in the President’s 2020 election fraud claims, has pledged to reshape the bureau and emphasize traditional crime-fighting duties.
The Deputy Director role, typically held by a career agent, is responsible for overseeing the FBI’s day-to-day operations. Bongino’s appointment to this crucial position signals a significant shift in the agency’s leadership structure.
The announcement of Bongino’s appointment has elicited mixed reactions. Supporters view it as a step towards creating a more transparent and ideologically aligned FBI, while critics express concerns about potential biases affecting the agency’s operations.
Democrats are already losing their minds over it, so we can only assume it’s a good appointment.
