Dan Bongino, a former Fox News host and current FBI deputy director, faced backlash for stating that Jeffrey Epstein killed himself. Some loyalists of President Trump are turning against top law enforcement officials due to conspiracy theories. Bongino and FBI director Kash Patel appeared on a Fox News show to address bias in the agency and debunk conspiracy claims. Bongino emphasized the importance of truth over pleasing the audience.
Key Points
Bongino faced backlash for stating that Jeffrey Epstein killed himself
Conspiracy theories have influenced some loyalists of President Trump
Bongino and Patel appeared on Fox News to address bias in the FBI and debunk conspiracy claims
Bongino prioritizes truth over audience satisfaction
Pros
Addressing controversial topics head-on
Emphasizing the importance of truth and evidence
Cons
Facing backlash and skepticism from a portion of the audience