Dan Bongino's Appointment as FBI Deputy Director
Dan Bongino, a right-wing political commentator and former Secret Service agent, was appointed as the FBI deputy director by the Trump administration. Bongino has a history of criticizing the FBI and promoting conspiracy theories. He has called for the disbandment of the FBI, criticized former FBI officials, and suggested that FBI employees could be responsible for violating civil liberties. Bongino has also expressed beliefs in supernatural encounters, demon energy, and the idea that Democrats are possessed by demons. His views align closely with Trump's, except on the death penalty. Bongino opposes the death penalty, unlike Trump, who supports it.
Key Points
- Dan Bongino appointed as FBI deputy director by Trump administration
- Bongino has criticized the FBI and promoted conspiracy theories
- Expressed beliefs in supernatural encounters and demon energy
- Opposes the death penalty, unlike Trump
Pros
- Unique perspective as a former U.S. Secret Service agent
- Alignment with Trump's views on various issues
Cons
- History of criticizing the FBI and promoting conspiracy theories
- Calls for disbandment of the FBI and mass firings of agents