As Trump hires Dan Bongino to help lead the FBI, will the bureau ever be the same?

Key Appointments

Donald Trump appointed Dan Bongino, a far-right media personality with no FBI experience, as Deputy FBI Director and Kash Patel as FBI Director. This decision sparked significant controversy.

Concerns and Criticisms

The appointments are unprecedented, as both Bongino and Patel lack the traditional experience expected for such high-ranking positions. Critics highlight Bongino's history of criticizing the FBI and spreading misinformation, along with Patel's lack of experience. The choice raises fears that the FBI's independence will be compromised and its integrity damaged.

• Bongino's past statements include calls for mass firings at the bureau and promoting conspiracy theories.
• Patel is also an inexperienced and prolific conspiracy theorist.
• The appointments are seen as a step toward dismantling and restructuring the FBI.

Concerns are raised about how these appointments align with Trump's previous statements about reforming and depoliticizing the FBI. There is a widely held belief that the actions will effectively transform the FBI into something different.

Political Implications

Democratic Senator Chris Murphy voiced concerns that the appointments are part of a plan to weaponize the Department of Justice to reward loyalty and punish dissent. The appointments are also viewed within the context of Trump's past selections for his administration, including many individuals with Fox News experience.