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  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr 🚨 Dan Bongino Announces Major Return to Broadcasting After FBI Exit, New Daily Show Launches February 2 STUART, Fla. — Conservative commentator and former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino is officially returning to the airwaves, announcing the launch of a brand-new daily program set to debut February 2, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Bongino’s comeback follows his departure from the FBI, where he served for nearly a year under President Donald Trump’s administration. His new two-hour show will air weekdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET , marking his full return to political media after stepping away from broadcasting in early 2025 to enter government service. According to the announcement, the program will be exclusively livestreamed on Rumble and distributed across major podcast platforms. Media company Westwood One will serve as the exclusive sales partner for The Dan Bongino Show. “This will expand on the legacy of the show w...

Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Dan Bongino Returns to MAGA Media, Slams ‘Black-Pillers’ and ‘Grifters’ Accused of Undermining the Movement Former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino officially signaled his return to conservative media this week, delivering a fiery message aimed at what he described as “black-pillers, grifters, and life-losers” attempting to hijack the MAGA movement from within. In a lengthy statement posted Monday, Bongino marked his first major public communication since leaving government service, confirming that he is preparing to relaunch his media platform while taking time off to be with his family before making formal announcements. “Working in the administration was the experience of a lifetime,” Bongino wrote. “The Trump team is not kidding around. It’s an otherworldly experience from the other side. He’s determined and focused — and having been around quite a few presidents, this one broke the mold.” Bongino also addressed speculation s...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino Announces Departure After Replying to Trump’s Viral Venezuela Post A social media post attributed to former President Donald Trump claiming that the United States carried out a large-scale strike against Venezuela sparked widespread attention online, prompting reactions from political figures and commentators — including FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino. Replying to Trump’s post, Bongino announced that the message would mark his final public communication as a government official , revealing that he is leaving his role and returning to civilian life. “It was a busy last day on the job. This will be my last post on this account. Tomorrow I return to civilian life,” Bongino wrote. “It’s been an incredible year thanks to the leadership and decisiveness of President Trump. It was the honor of a lifetime to work with Director Patel, and to serve you, the American people. See you on the other side...

  FBI Director Kash Patel  &  Deputy Director Dan Bongino  in a Single Frame BREAKING: FBI Spent Over $850,000 in Overtime to Process and Redact Epstein Files, Records Show WASHINGTON, D.C. — Newly released FBI records reveal the agency spent more than $850,000 in overtime pay to process and redact files related to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein , operating under an internal effort labeled the “Epstein Transparency Project 2025,” according to documents obtained through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit. The records were released to Bloomberg investigative reporter Jason Leopold following a civil lawsuit he filed against the FBI seeking disclosure of Epstein-related materials. The documents show that during the week of March 17–22, 2025 , the FBI mobilized 934 agents , who collectively logged 14,278 hours of overtime , referred to internally as “premium pay.” Nearly $1 Million Spent on Redactions According to the documents, the FBI paid $851,3...

  President Trump With AG Pam Bondi Attorney General Pam Bondi Praises Dan Bongino Following FBI Retirement Announcement in 2026 Washington D.C. : U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi , the 87th Attorney General serving under President Donald Trump, publicly praised Dan Bongino following his announcement that he will retire from the FBI in January. Bondi reacted by resharing Bongino’s announcement on social media , offering a brief but pointed message highlighting his impact on public safety during his time at the bureau. “Americans are safer because of FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino’s service,” Bondi wrote. “Thank you, Dan.” Recognition From Top Justice Department Official Bondi’s message adds to a growing list of high-profile acknowledgments from senior administration officials following Bongino’s decision to step down. Her comments align with statements previously issued by FBI Director Kash Patel, who credited Bongino with reform efforts, operational leadership, and progress on...

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino Dan Bongino Announces Resignation From FBI, Says He Is Returning to Media FBI's Deputy Director Dan Bongino, a prominent conservative media figure and former Secret Service agent, has announced that he will resign from his position at the FBI in January, bringing an end to a high-profile and controversial chapter of public service. Bongino confirmed his departure in a statement, thanking President Donald Trump, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and FBI Director Kash Patel for the opportunity to serve. He emphasized that his decision was driven by family priorities after an intense period of work inside the bureau. “I will be leaving my position with the FBI in January,” Bongino said. “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.” Leaving Media Empire to Take on FBI Reform Before joining the FBI, Bongino wa...

Mar A Lago Declassified Memo Raises New Questions About FBI’s Decision to Raid Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Washington — Newly declassified documents sent to Congress have reignited controversy over the FBI’s 2022 search of former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence, suggesting that some FBI officials initially questioned whether there was sufficient probable cause for the raid. The documents, first reported by Fox News and later referenced by Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), include internal emails between the FBI and the Department of Justice that appear to show hesitation within the bureau prior to the August 2022 search. In a post on X on Tuesday, Grassley said the records show the FBI “did not believe it had probable cause” to conduct the search but moved forward after pressure from the Department of Justice. Grassley described the raid as a “miscarriage of justice” and called for further accountability. Internal FBI Emails Cited According to the declassified emails, an FBI offic...

FBI Director Kash Patel & Deputy Director Dan Bongino in a Single Frame 🚨 BREAKING: FBI Identifies Nearly 6,000 Child Victims as Arrests Surge 500% in Crackdown on “Nihilistic Violent Extremism” In a stunning development, the FBI announced a massive breakthrough in its nationwide crackdown on online networks targeting children—identifying or locating nearly 6,000 child victims and increasing related arrests by almost 500% compared to previous years. FBI Director Kash Patel called the findings “one of the most important issues in America,” vowing that the bureau “won’t stop working” until these predatory networks are dismantled. 🔥 Key Findings Nearly 6,000 child victims identified or located — a 23% increase from 2024 500% surge in arrests tied to “Nihilistic Violent Extremism” (NVE) cases 300+ active cases linked to the violent 764 network 20% more arrests of 764-affiliated offenders than last year According to senior officials, many of these arrests involve m...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr FBI Confirms Nationwide Crackdown on Child Predator Network “764” as Investigations Pass 300 Cases The FBI has confirmed a sweeping national crackdown on the dangerous child-exploitation network known as “764,” which authorities say has targeted children as young as 11 years old . Deputy Director Dan Bongino announced major developments this week, including an arrest in Baltimore and a federal indictment in Arizona , as part of what he called one of the Bureau’s top national security priorities . According to Bongino, more than 300 active investigations are underway across the United States, with the number growing rapidly as new victims and digital evidence are uncovered. “We have more than 300 investigations connected to this network going on nationwide, as we speak, and that number is growing. It is a top priority for us,” Bongino stated. What Is the “764 Network”? Authorities describe the 764 Network as ...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr FBI and U.S. Marshals Rescue 122 Missing and Exploited Children Across 10 States in Major Multi-Agency Operation In one of the largest child recovery missions in recent U.S. history, federal and state authorities announced that 122 missing, endangered, and exploited children have been rescued across Florida and nine additional states during a sweeping two-week operation. The mission — “Operation Home for the Holidays” — was led by the U.S. Marshals Service with major support from the FBI, state law enforcement, and local police departments. Children recovered ranged in age from just 23 months old to 17 years , highlighting the urgent and heartbreaking dangers faced by vulnerable youth nationwide. Officials confirmed that the operation also extended beyond U.S. borders, with two children located in Mexico and Guatemala. READ MORE: Florida authorities rescue 122 missing children in historic operation, many exploited a...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr "Dan Bongino Praises FBI’s Houston Office & Local Police for ‘Summer Heat’ Operation Nabbing Gang Members in 2022 Broad-Daylight Murder" HOUSTON — FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino announced Wednesday that two brothers—Terry Ardoin, 24, and Travonte Ardoin, 27—have been charged in connection with a brazen daylight ambush killing tied to Houston’s violent “Free Money” gang. Court documents allege the Ardoins targeted rivals on June 24, 2022, following their Chevrolet Equinox into a shopping center parking lot. Wearing masks, the brothers allegedly opened fire as the victims returned to their vehicle, killing one and injuring another. The “Free Money” gang, authorities say, is involved in robbery, home invasions, drug distribution, and murder, with this attack linked to an ongoing turf war. The charges include murder and attempted murder in aid of racketeering, use of a firearm in furtherance of a violent crime, and ...