Washington, D.C., February 24, 2025 – The Europe Today: US President Donald Trump has appointed right-wing commentator and former Secret Service agent Dan Bongino as the deputy director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Trump announced the appointment on social media, describing Bongino as “a man of incredible love and passion for our Country” who will serve under newly confirmed FBI Director Kash Patel. The appointment has drawn significant attention, given Bongino’s background in law enforcement and his prominent role as a conservative political commentator.
Bongino, 50, previously served as an officer in the New York Police Department (NYPD) and as a Secret Service agent, where he was assigned to the protective details of former Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. In recent years, he has gained prominence as a media personality, hosting a widely followed political podcast. His social media presence often generates significant engagement, surpassing that of major news networks.
Following the announcement, Bongino expressed his gratitude, posting on X: “Thank you Mr. President, Attorney General Bondi, and Director Patel.”
Trump, in his announcement on Sunday, praised Bongino’s commitment to public service, stating that he was “willing and prepared” to step away from his podcast to assume his new role. The president further emphasized his administration’s focus on restoring “fairness, justice, law and order” in the country and expressed confidence that Bongino would do “an incredible job” at the FBI.
Bongino, who has previously run for Congress three times, has been a vocal supporter of Trump and a staunch critic of his political opponents. His appointment comes amid heightened scrutiny of the FBI, particularly following the Senate’s narrow confirmation of Patel as the agency’s director.
Director Patel, a former prosecutor and national security official, has pledged to “rebuild” the FBI, despite concerns from Democratic lawmakers who have warned that he may use the agency to pursue political retribution. Patel has denied such allegations, emphasizing his commitment to impartial law enforcement.
The appointment of Bongino is expected to further shape the leadership direction of the FBI under the Trump administration, amid ongoing debates over the bureau’s role in American politics and law enforcement.
