On February 24, 2025, President Donald J. Trump announced the appointment of Dan Bongino as the new Deputy Director of the FBI. Bongino, who has a background in both law enforcement and conservative media, previously served in the New York Police Department and the U.S. Secret Service. This appointment places him under the direction of FBI Director Kash Patel, alongside Attorney General Pam Bondi, marking a notable alignment of Trump allies in key governmental positions.