Dan Bongino Stepping Down as FBI Deputy Director

🚨 BREAKING: President Trump says FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino likely wants to go back to his show

"Dan did a great job. I think he wants to go back to his show."

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— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) December 17, 2025

After President Trump said this, Dan Bongino had to make it official.

I will be leaving my position with the FBI in January.
I want to thank President Trump, AG Bondi, and Director Patel for the opportunity to serve with purpose.
Most importantly, I want to thank you, my fellow Americans, for the privilege to serve you.
God bless America, and…

— Dan Bongino (@FBIDDBongino) December 17, 2025