The political warfare currently unfolding is not just about the individuals involved; it is about the institutional integrity of the United States’ premier domestic intelligence agency. With Bongino serving as the “second-in-command,” the era of the “deep state” as he defines it is under direct assault. Whether this leads to a more transparent and accountable agency or a more deeply divided one remains to be seen. What is certain, however, is that the appointment has fundamentally changed the rules of engagement in Washington. The “Russia probe,” the “Jan. 6th inquiry,” and the internal politics of the J. Edgar Hoover Building are no longer just talking points on a podcast—they are the official business of the Deputy Director of the FBI.
