Trump suggests FBI second in command Dan Bongino is departing

Why is Dan Bongino leaving the FBI?

How does Bongino's exit reflect Trump's DOJ changes?

What did FBI say about Bongino's past claims?

President Donald Trump seemed to confirm that FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino is on the way out, telling reporters that the former conservative media personality may be interested in returning to his show.

MS NOW reported Bongino has been telling people is leaving his job early next year, and has been clearing out his office.

"Dan did a great job. I think he wants to go back to his show," Trump said of Bongino Dec. 17.

Bongino is a former New York City police officer and host of the "Dan Bongino Show." He has been part of a big shakeup of federal law enforcement by loyalists appointed by Trump, who has been deeply critical of the Justice Department.