(TheLastPatriotNews.com) – Former Secret Service agent and conservative commentator Dan Bongino is now on the job as the FBI’s new Deputy Director under Director Kash Patel.
The appointment signals a transformative era at the bureau, with Bongino pledging to eliminate political bias and restore integrity to an agency that has faced intense scrutiny from conservatives.
Bongino brings valuable law enforcement experience to his new role, having served as both an NYPD officer and Secret Service agent before becoming a prominent conservative voice.
He was officially sworn in by FBI Director Kash Patel, another Trump appointee who has already implemented significant reforms at the bureau.
In his first remarks as Deputy Director, Bongino clearly committed to serving all Americans rather than partisan interests.
“It is an honor to serve as Deputy Director for the Federal Bureau of Investigation at such a critical time for our nation. The American people deserve a justice system that is transparent, accountable, and committed to the rule of law,” Bongino stated.
The appointment represents a significant shift for an agency long criticized by conservatives for political bias during the Trump administration.
Bongino, who gained nationwide recognition through his podcast, “The Dan Bongino Show,” sacrificed his successful media career to take on this crucial government role.
President Trump praised Bongino’s background when announcing the appointment and highlighted his qualifications:
“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.”
Following his swearing-in ceremony, Bongino immediately demonstrated his respect for the Bureau’s traditions by visiting the FBI’s Wall of Honor, paying tribute to agents who lost their lives in the line of duty.
This gesture underscored his commitment to the FBI’s core mission and values despite criticism from left-leaning media outlets regarding his appointment.
Many Republicans in Congress welcomed the appointment, with Representatives expressing confidence in Bongino’s ability to restore trust in the FBI.
The agency had faced intense criticism from conservatives following its handling of investigations related to the Trump administration and the Hunter Biden laptop controversy.
While legacy media outlets have questioned Bongino’s qualifications, supporters point out that his law enforcement background makes him well-suited for the role.
Under Patel’s leadership, the bureau has already begun decentralizing its command structure and increasing transparency – changes many conservatives have long demanded.
Bongino has made it clear he intends to maintain professionalism in his new position. “I’m not going there to be some partisan,” he told reporters.
While critics from the left have voiced concerns, supporters believe the Bongino-Patel leadership team represents a long-overdue course correction for an agency that had lost the trust of many Americans.
With their combined experience and commitment to impartiality, they aim to transform the FBI into an institution that upholds constitutional rights while effectively protecting national security.
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