https://www.politico.com/news/2025/12/17/dan-bongino-fbi-resignation-00696112
Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino is leaving his post, ending a nine-month tenure during which he drew criticism from within the agency for his lack of experience and clashed with Attorney General Pam Bondi over the handling of the Epstein files.
Bongino, a former Secret Service agent and podcaster known for spreading conspiracy theories, announced his departure in a social media post Wednesday shortly after President Donald Trump confirmed his departure to reporters.
“I want to thank President Trump, AG Bondi, and Director Patel for the opportunity to serve with purpose,” he said in a post on X. “Most importantly, I want to thank you, my fellow Americans, for the privilege to serve you.”
Trump picked the podcaster and former Secret Service agent to serve as the FBI’s No. 2 under Kash Patel in February. What followed was a period that saw the media personality struggle to square his broadcast tendencies against the reality of helping run the nation’s top law enforcement agency.
What next? Back to podcasting, or only more time with family?
A clash with Kash? If deciding to podcast, expect many in DC to listen. Initially at least.