Dan Bongino, the former conservative radio host and current Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), issued a cryptic but forceful message on social media over the weekend, vowing to expose what he described as alarming misconduct and political bias within federal law enforcement agencies.
In a post on his official X account, Bongino claimed he had uncovered information during internal investigations that left him “shocked” and reaffirmed his commitment to pursuing what he described as “the truth".
“During my tenure here as the Deputy Director of the FBI, I have repeatedly relayed to you that things are happening that might not be immediately visible, but they are happening,” Bongino wrote. “What I have learned in the course of our properly predicated and necessary investigations into these aforementioned matters has shocked me down to my core.
"We cannot run a Republic like this. I'll never be the same after learning what I've learned.”
While Bongino didn’t provide specific details about what those investigations uncovered, his post comes amid a renewed spotlight on the FBI's handling of high-profile cases, including the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and the inquiry into Hillary Clinton’s use of a private email server during her tenure as Secretary of State.
Bongino, alongside FBI Director Kash Patel, also pledged to address what he called the “political weaponization” of federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies.
“It is a priority for us,” he said. “We are going to get the answers WE ALL DESERVE. As with any investigation, I cannot predict where it will land, but I can promise you an honest and dignified effort at truth, not ‘my truth’ or ‘your truth,’ but THE TRUTH.”
Bongino added that the current efforts were being carried out “by the book and in accordance with the law,” and emphasized his belief in the importance of transparency and accountability.
His comments follow recent tensions within the FBI and DOJ, particularly concerning the handling of Epstein-related records.
Bongino has reportedly expressed frustration with a joint DOJ-FBI statement that reaffirmed Epstein’s death as a suicide and denied the existence of a so-called “client list”, a conclusion that has continued to fuel speculation and skepticism among critics.
Bongino’s message also comes amid reports of internal disagreements, including clashes with Attorney General Pam Bondi over the Epstein case. Despite reported friction, President Donald Trump (under whose administration both Bongino and Patel rose to prominence) recently voiced his continued support, telling reporters that Bongino was “in good shape.”
"Dan Bongino, very good guy. I’ve known him a long time. I've done his show many, many times. And he sounded terrific, actually. No, I think he's in good shape," Trump told reporters on July 13, USA Today reports.
Earlier this month, Trump also issued a plea to critics within his own MAGA fanbase, urging supporters to abandon their obsession with Jeffrey Epstein and instead focus on the priorities of his administration.
The President's Truth Social post came amid growing backlash over the handling of the so-called “Epstein Files” and a reported rift between key Trump allies, as he took the time to praise Bondi.
“What’s going on with my ‘boys’ and, in some cases, ‘gals?’” Trump wrote Saturday (July 12). “They’re all going after Attorney General Pam Bondi, who is doing a FANTASTIC JOB! We’re on one Team, MAGA, and I don’t like what’s happening.”
"One year ago our Country was DEAD, now it’s the 'HOTTEST' Country anywhere in the World. Let’s keep it that way, and not waste Time and Energy on Jeffrey Epstein, somebody that nobody cares about," Trump added.
Bondi had previously teased major revelations, claiming in a February Fox News interview that a list of Epstein clients was “sitting on my desk", per The Independent.
As the FBI leadership continues to face questions over transparency and trust, Bongino’s post signals that internal efforts may be underway to address growing concerns about institutional integrity and political influence in law enforcement.