In a surprising move, US President Donald Trump has appointed podcaster and commentator Dan Bongino as the new deputy director of the FBI. The appointment, announced recently, does not require Senate confirmation. Bongino, who is 50 years old and has no experience working in the FBI, has garnered a reputation as a staunch ally of Trump and a prominent conservative voice.
Bongino is well-known for his daily podcast, "The Dan Bongino Show," which has gained significant attention on social media platforms. His Facebook posts often attract more views than those of major news networks like Fox News and CNN combined. Despite his background in law enforcement, having worked for the New York Police Department and the Secret Service, Bongino's lack of FBI experience has raised eyebrows.
As a political figure, Bongino has run for Congress three times, though without success. He has built a career marked by his combative persona and public feuds, including one with horror author Stephen King. He often uses the phrase "owning the libs" to describe his career as a conservative commentator.
"My life is all about owning the libs now" – Dan Bongino
Bongino has expressed a strong desire to reform the FBI, criticizing its handling of investigations such as the search for classified documents at Trump's Florida home. He has praised efforts to "make the FBI great again," aligning closely with Trump's agenda.
"We are going to re-establish faith in this institution. The FBI belongs to the American people" – Dan Bongino
His appointment comes amid a climate of skepticism towards federal institutions, as he has openly pushed false claims regarding the 2020 election. Bongino's rhetoric often includes calls for drastic changes within the Department of Justice and the FBI.
"EVERYONE involved in this DOJ/FBI abomination, from the management down to the agents, must be immediately terminated when the tyrants are thrown out of office" – Dan Bongino
Bongino's enthusiasm for reshaping the FBI is evident in his public statements. He believes that individuals like Kash Patel are instrumental in this mission.
"Kash Patel is there for one reason, he is there to make the FBI great again" – Dan Bongino
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