FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino will make a decision about leaving in the coming weeks.

FBI’s Dan Bongino Weighs Future with Bureau

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino is expected to make a decision regarding his future role within the bureau in the upcoming weeks, according to sources close to him. While officials have dismissed claims that Bongino’s office is empty, they also indicate that he might resign soon.

One insider stated that Bongino has not yet concluded what direction he will take.

Bongino’s Early Achievements

In his initial three months as deputy director, Bongino reported significant achievements, including the arrest of 449 individuals involved in child offenses and the rescue of 224 children.

His time at the FBI has faced scrutiny lately, particularly alongside FBI Director Kash Patel. A recent report by a group of current and former FBI employees criticized the bureau for lacking direction under the new leadership.

In response, Bongino and Patel defended their reforms, asserting that these changes have led to improved accountability and public safety. Bongino explained, “As the director and I implemented these reforms, we anticipated some pushback from a small group of former agents who were still aligned with the previous leadership model.” He emphasized that their focus is on serving the American people, claiming that their new leadership has resulted in achievements not seen in decades, such as stricter accountability and substantial cost savings.

Criticism of Leadership

Miranda Devine, a columnist for the New York Post, noted that a 115-page internal report, crafted by both current and retired FBI agents, contained strong critiques of Patel and Bongino since their appointments earlier this year. The assessment reportedly described Patel as lacking essential experience for a director’s role, a sentiment echoed by sources within the bureau.

According to Devine, internal assessments have labeled Patel’s leadership as ‘crazy’, while Bongino faced remarks suggesting he resembled ‘something like a clown’. The report utilized a formal style, similar to FBI intelligence documents, analyzing numerous incidents and experiences within the bureau.