In a stunning political development, former Secret Service agent and conservative commentator Dan Bongino has been named FBI Deputy Director by President Donald Trump\u2014just days after delivering a blistering takedown of Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) on his podcast.<\/p>\n
Bongino\u2019s Attack on Schiff: \u201cIt Can Never Happen Again\u201d
\nDuring an explosive segment on The Dan Bongino Show, the firebrand Republican accused Schiff of playing a key role in perpetuating the \u201cRussia collusion hoax,\u201d calling it one of the greatest political scandals in American history.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis was never about the truth,\u201d Bongino said. \u201cIt was about manufacturing a fake narrative to take down a sitting president\u2014a duly elected president\u2014by weaponizing the intelligence community. We cannot let this happen again.\u201d<\/p>\n
Bongino, a fierce critic of the FBI\u2019s past leadership, hinted that he would push for internal reforms to eliminate political bias within the agency. His appointment signals a hard shift in direction for the FBI under Trump\u2019s second administration, particularly in how it handles politically charged investigations.<\/p>\n
Schiff\u2019s Pre-Emptive Pardon From Biden Sparks Controversy
\nSchiff, who served on the House Jan. 6 Committee, was granted a pre-emptive pardon by former President Joe Biden\u2014a move that has ignited a political firestorm.<\/p>\n
The pardon, which covers any potential offenses tied to Schiff\u2019s involvement in the committee, was issued before Trump officially retook office, effectively shielding Schiff from any future legal repercussions tied to his role in the investigations of Trump and his allies.<\/p>\n
In response to Bongino\u2019s appointment, Schiff dismissed concerns about his pardon, saying, \u201cIt was unnecessary, but I have nothing to hide.\u201d<\/p>\n
However, critics on the right argue that the pardon confirms Schiff\u2019s guilt, with some claiming it was a calculated move by the Biden administration to protect key figures before leaving office.<\/p>\n
Jan. 6 Committee Leaders Defend Their Actions
\nFollowing Bongino\u2019s comments, former Jan. 6 Committee members Reps. Bennie Thompson and Liz Cheney released a joint statement, defending their work as a necessary effort to uphold democracy.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe American people deserve to know the truth about what happened on January 6th,\u201d the statement read. \u201cOur committee followed the law and conducted a fact-based investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election.\u201d<\/p>\n
But Trump allies remain skeptical, arguing that the committee pushed a one-sided narrative while ignoring critical evidence that countered their claims.<\/p>\n
What Bongino\u2019s Appointment Means for the FBI
\nWith Bongino now serving as second-in-command at the FBI, many anticipate a significant shake-up within the agency.<\/p>\n
His staunchly conservative views and criticism of the \u201cdeep state\u201d suggest he may push for:<\/p>\n
Reevaluating past FBI investigations, including those related to Trump\u2019s presidency.
\nHolding intelligence officials accountable for any misconduct tied to the Russia probe.
\nEliminating what he calls the FBI\u2019s \u201cpolitical weaponization\u201d
\n under previous administrations.
\n\u201cThe people responsible for these hoaxes need to be held accountable,\u201d Bongino said on his podcast. \u201cAnd if I have anything to do with it, they will be.\u201d<\/p>\n
A Political Firestorm on the Horizon?
\nBongino\u2019s newfound authority at the FBI combined with Trump\u2019s directive to \u201cclean house\u201d sets the stage for potential legal battles, investigations, and political warfare in Washington.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Schiff\u2019s pre-emptive pardon\u2014a rare move in American politics\u2014is already sparking legal and constitutional debates about whether it was justified or simply a safeguard against future prosecution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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