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A reporter questioned, “One other one on the FBI, the president also announced deputy director, Dan Bongino. From what’s been reported, and maybe this is not accurate, you can tell me, the FBI director, Kash Patel, informed Republican Senators it would be an individual named as deputy who was a special agent currently at the FBI, and of course, Mr. Bongino is not. What was the reason for naming Mr. Bongino for this position? Was Mr. Patel not correct in making this assurance to those senators?”
Leavitt fired back, highlighting Bongino’s extensive law enforcement background and his fearless stance against institutional corruption.
“I’m not sure if anyone in this room has listened to Mr. Bongino when he talks about corruption at the FBI, when he talks about his experience in serving for the United States Secret Service. This is a man who loves his country and honorably served our country in ways that many have not,” Leavitt responded.
She continued, “He understands the depths of the corruption at these institutions, which the American people re-elected President Trump to shake up. And I think it is quite despicable to see many networks in this room who have had chyrons on their television screen labeling Mr. Bongino as a ‘far-right podcaster.’”
Leavitt wasn’t finished. She made it clear that Bongino’s appointment was about reforming an institution that has lost the trust of the American people.
“He is not. He is a former law enforcement agent, a former Secret Service agent who put his life on the line for this country, and that’s why the president has entrusted him in this important role. He’s also an outsider to this Washington swamp, and we often see when outsiders are appointed to such coveted positions, a lot of people in this city get very nervous and they should be. Because Dan Bongino, Director Patel, and Attorney General Bondi are focused on rooting out corruption at these agencies and ending the weaponization of government once and for all.”
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Bongino, a fierce defender of law and order, took to the airwaves on Monday to address his supporters. In an emotional monologue, he announced he would no longer be involved in political commentary.
“It’s not going to be the last show, but we’ve only got a few more left with you,” Bongino said, revealing his transition from commentator to FBI leadership. “So, obviously, we’re going to be working with a team of people to make this transition from me, political commentator Dan, to Deputy Director of the FBI Dan.”
Bongino acknowledged the challenge ahead but made it clear he was ready for the fight.
“Those are different roles that require different skills. Skills I have and have used before and I plan to use again. It’s going to hurt to leave you,” he told his audience.
Despite stepping away from the microphone, Bongino reassured supporters that his family’s media brand would continue.
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“The FBI belongs to the American people. It doesn’t belong to me. It doesn’t belong to anyone else but the American people. But this is the honor of a lifetime, and it’s a serious mission. And I plan on implementing that vision,” he declared.
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Trump’s announcement, made via Truth Social, was full of praise for Bongino.
“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. Dan has a Masters Degree in Psychology from C.U.N.Y., and an MBA from Penn State. 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 followed up with a personal note about Bongino’s family: “Another aspect of the life of Dan Bongino that I think is very important. He has a great wife, Paula, and two wonderful daughters who truly love their dad. What an incredible job Dan will do!!!”
Bongino responded on X, writing simply, “Thank you Mr. President, Attorney General Bondi, and Director Patel.”
With Bongino stepping into the Deputy Director role, Washington insiders are on edge. His record of exposing corruption, coupled with Trump’s determination to clean house, has sent a clear message: The old ways are over. America-first leadership is here to stay.
