Podcaster Dan Bongino has just accepted the role of Deputy Director for the FBI. Bongino has held several notable roles in government and law enforcement throughout his career. He served as a special agent in the U.S. Secret Service from 1999 to 2011, where he was involved in protecting high-profile individuals, including President George W. Bush and President Barack Obama. Before joining the Secret Service, Bongino was a police officer in New York City, gaining experience in law enforcement and community policing.
In addition to his law enforcement career, Bongino has run for political office, including a bid for the U.S. Senate in Maryland in 2012 and a run for the House of Representatives in 2018. Although he did not win these elections, his campaigns were notable for their focus on conservative issues. While not a formal government role, Bongino has become a prominent political commentator and author, using his background in law enforcement and government to inform his views on various political issues.
These experiences have contributed to his reputation as a conservative commentator and have shaped his perspectives on law enforcement, government policy, and national security.
