On Saturday, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino took to X to share insights regarding the Bureau’s approach to transparency, especially relating to some of the most contentious cases in recent memory.
Bongino also highlighted initiatives focused on child protection and the need to expel violent offenders from the country, while critiquing mainstream media for their reporting on the new FBI director.
Bongino noted that the FBI is working on high-profile cases where there has been a lack of information release, previously criticized by the former FBI director. Historically, even seasoned crime journalists have struggled to obtain details from the Bureau.
However, he pointed out several widely reported cases that continue to raise questions, often leading to speculation and conspiracy theories. He wrote:
We are expediting information sharing with legislators and the public. A few months post-swearing in, we’ve responded to queries from lawmakers regarding cases like the Nashville Attack, Crossfire Hurricane, and the Covid Cover-Up. We’re collaborating with the DOJ on the Epstein matter, and as the AG mentioned, there’s a significant volume of child sexual abuse material we’re addressing.
Former NYPD officers and podcasters have unlawfully warned potential predators in the U.S.
The team is dedicated to running the task force to remove dangerous illegal immigrants from our nation. … The mission continues. The message is simple: if you entered this country unlawfully to harm our citizens, your time here is limited.
Bongino labeled crimes against children as the FBI’s top priority.
The “restore of justice” initiative, which has apprehended child predators and involved 764 individuals nationwide, is merely the start. If you threaten a child’s innocence, we will take away your freedom. If you’re targeting kids, consider your next move carefully.
On his podcast, Bongino, who previously worked as an analyst at Fox News, has been vocal about media bias and has had contentious exchanges with liberal commentator Geraldo Rivera.
In his X post, he stood by FBI Director Kash Patel and criticized the coverage as “Verified Lies,” alleging that new directors enjoy a celebrity lifestyle, attend sporting events, and neglect briefings:
The media keeps fabricating the narrative…while this single post doesn’t cover everything, it addresses the persistent attacks on Director Patel. The Director focuses intensely on his responsibilities, spending around 10-12 hours in the office attending vital meetings. Any claims to the contrary are verifiable lies…
Bongino started his career with the NYPD in 1995, transitioned to the Secret Service in 1999, and served in the elite presidential protection unit for both George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
Bongino concluded with a call for accountability: “Continue to monitor us and hold us accountable. God bless America and those who protect her.”
