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U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed Dan Bongino, a right-wing podcaster and staunch supporter, as the deputy director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), marking a significant departure from traditional law enforcement leadership.
Bongino, a former New York police officer and U.S. Secret Service agent, is well known for his popular conservative podcast, where he has frequently backed Trump and criticized his opponents. His appointment as FBI deputy director comes as part of Trump’s broader effort to install loyalists in key positions within the Justice Department.
“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,” Trump announced on his Truth Social platform.
Unlike the FBI director, the deputy director position does not require Senate confirmation, allowing Bongino to assume the role immediately under newly appointed FBI Director Kash Patel.
Bongino has been a controversial figure, with fact-checking organizations citing his podcast for spreading misinformation on topics such as the 2020 election, the January 6 Capitol riot, and COVID-19. In 2022, YouTube and Google banned him from their platforms for violating their policies on COVID-19 misinformation.
Despite his lack of experience in senior law enforcement administration, Bongino expressed enthusiasm about the role, stating:
“My career has always been about service. I’m here to work. I’m here to lead. And I’m here to ensure that America’s law enforcement institutions uphold the values and integrity they were built upon.”
FBI Director Patel praised Bongino as a “warrior” and highlighted his role in restoring public trust in law enforcement. Meanwhile, Trump’s legal battles continue to loom over his administration, with his ongoing claims of political persecution shaping his approach to restructuring federal agencies.
