President Donald Trump confirmed Sunday that he spoke directly with FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino following days of speculation over a reported confrontation with Attorney General Pam Bondi and rumors of Bongino’s potential resignation.
Bongino vs. Bondi
The internal DOJ clash began after the FBI and DOJ released a controversial two-page memo last Sunday. The document concluded that Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide and claimed no “client list” exists — a decision that angered many Trump supporters and raised concerns about transparency.
According to NBC News, Bongino skipped work on Friday and is seriously considering resignation if Bondi remains at the Department of Justice. Sources said a heated meeting on Wednesday between Bondi, Bongino, FBI Director Kash Patel, and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles triggered the dispute.
The memo also indicated no additional Epstein files would be made public — a move that has sparked criticism across the MAGA base and right-leaning media.
Trump: “He’s in Good Shape”
On Sunday, after attending the FIFA Club World Cup Finals, President Trump stopped to speak with reporters. When asked about Bongino, he offered a calm