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FBI Deputy Director Bongino Resigns Amid Epstein Files Deadline

12/18/2025

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Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino plans to resign, with an announcement expected December 19.
The timing aligns with the deadline for releasing Jeffrey Epstein files under the Epstein Files Transparency Act signed by President Donald Trump.
Bongino faced internal tension over the Epstein investigation after a Department of Justice review found no secret client list linked to Epstein.
His departure marks a shift from advocating full disclosure of Epstein's records.

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Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino plans to resign, with an announcement expected December 19.
The timing aligns with the deadline for releasing Jeffrey Epstein files under the Epstein Files Transparency Act signed by President Donald Trump.
Bongino faced internal tension over the Epstein investigation after a Department of Justice review found no secret client list linked to Epstein.
His departure marks a shift from advocating full disclosure of Epstein's records.