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Yahoo
9 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino claims bureau ‘closing in' on suspects who planted Jan. 6 DC pipe bombs
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino made headlines this week when he revealed the bureau was "closing in" on suspects involved in planting two pipe bombs near the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, a sign that the bureau may soon solve the nagging, four-year mystery. "The second we got in, I put a team on it and I said, 'I want answers on this,'" Bongino told "Fox & Friends." "And I'm pretty confident that we're closing in on some suspects." Law enforcement discovered the two pipe bombs near the Republican and Democratic National Committees' headquarters around the same time that thousands of rioters a few blocks away began to descend on the Capitol in protest of the 2020 election results. A faction of President Donald Trump's base has since raised questions about the timing of the pipe bomb incident and security failures surrounding it and speculated that the Biden administration was not forthright to the public about the facts of the case. Prior to being sworn in, Bongino was a leading voice perpetuating that notion. Fbi 'Closing In' On Suspects In Case Of Dc Pipe Bombs Placed On Eve Of Jan 6 A former Secret Service agent and podcast host, Bongino told listeners of his popular right-wing show that the FBI lied about the pipe bomb incident because the bureau did not want people to know it was an "inside job." Read On The Fox News App Now as deputy director, Bongino is facing pressure from supporters and critics alike to release new details about the case. Video footage released by the Fbi shows an unidentified person placing the pipe bombs near the two headquarters more than 16 hours before law enforcement found them. The suspect is seen wearing a gray hoodie, Nike Air Max Speed Turf sneakers, a face mask, glasses, and gloves. Fbi Reopening Investigation Into Cocaine Found At Biden White House Prior to the administration change in January, the FBI also unveiled a minor last-minute detail that the suspect's height was about 5-foot-7. A woman who is a Capitol Hill resident alerted a security guard that she spotted the first pipe bomb in an alley behind the RNC headquarters while she was out retrieving her laundry around 1 p.m. Security footage showed her running from the area of the washer and dryer and notifying the guard. That set off a furious search that led officers at the DNC headquarters to discover a second pipe bomb there. A Department of Homeland Security (Dhs) inspector general report published last year revealed the two explosive devices were "viable" and "could have detonated, causing innocent bystanders to be seriously injured or killed." Fbi Releases Video Showing January 2021 Pipe Bomb Suspect Planting Device Outside Dnc, Rnc Offices In Dc The bombs included one-hour timers. An FBI official said they did not believe the timers could have detonated the bombs since the time had already elapsed when the bombs were found, according to the DHS report. That report and an investigative report released by House Republicans revealed that then-Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi at one point came within feet of the pipe bomb by the DNC. The FBI has said it has received more than 600 tips, and it continues to offer a $500,000 reward for any successful leads. The House Republicans' report noted the FBI initially investigated a person who searched on the internet for "pipe bomb DC" and a person who had recently purchased the Nike shoes seen in the surveillance footage. The report noted, however, that the pace of the FBI's inquiry dropped off after about a month as a result of leads drying article source: FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino claims bureau 'closing in' on suspects who planted Jan. 6 DC pipe bombs
Fox News
12 hours ago
- General
- Fox News
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino claims bureau ‘closing in' on suspects who planted Jan. 6 DC pipe bombs
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino made headlines this week when he revealed the bureau was "closing in" on suspects involved in planting two pipe bombs near the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, a sign that the bureau may soon solve the nagging, four-year mystery. "The second we got in, I put a team on it and I said, 'I want answers on this,'" Bongino told "Fox & Friends." "And I'm pretty confident that we're closing in on some suspects." Law enforcement discovered the two pipe bombs near the Republican and Democratic National Committees' headquarters around the same time that thousands of rioters a few blocks away began to descend on the Capitol in protest of the 2020 election results. A faction of President Donald Trump's base has since raised questions about the timing of the pipe bomb incident and security failures surrounding it and speculated that the Biden administration was not forthright to the public about the facts of the case. Prior to being sworn in, Bongino was a leading voice perpetuating that notion. A former Secret Service agent and podcast host, Bongino told listeners of his popular right-wing show that the FBI lied about the pipe bomb incident because the bureau did not want people to know it was an "inside job." Now as deputy director, Bongino is facing pressure from supporters and critics alike to release new details about the case. Video footage released by the FBI shows an unidentified person placing the pipe bombs near the two headquarters more than 16 hours before law enforcement found them. The suspect is seen wearing a gray hoodie, Nike Air Max Speed Turf sneakers, a face mask, glasses, and gloves. Prior to the administration change in January, the FBI also unveiled a minor last-minute detail that the suspect's height was about 5-foot-7. A woman who is a Capitol Hill resident alerted a security guard that she spotted the first pipe bomb in an alley behind the RNC headquarters while she was out retrieving her laundry around 1 p.m. Security footage showed her running from the area of the washer and dryer and notifying the guard. That set off a furious search that led officers at the DNC headquarters to discover a second pipe bomb there. A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) inspector general report published last year revealed the two explosive devices were "viable" and "could have detonated, causing innocent bystanders to be seriously injured or killed." The bombs included one-hour timers. An FBI official said they did not believe the timers could have detonated the bombs since the time had already elapsed when the bombs were found, according to the DHS report. That report and an investigative report released by House Republicans revealed that then-Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi at one point came within feet of the pipe bomb by the DNC. The FBI has said it has received more than 600 tips, and it continues to offer a $500,000 reward for any successful leads. The House Republicans' report noted the FBI initially investigated a person who searched on the internet for "pipe bomb DC" and a person who had recently purchased the Nike shoes seen in the surveillance footage. The report noted, however, that the pace of the FBI's inquiry dropped off after about a month as a result of leads drying up.
News18
12 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
Kash Patel Works 13-Hour Days, Deputy Defends Him: ‘We're Not At FBI For Tea...'
Last Updated: FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino came to Kash Patel's defense, strongly rejecting claims that the FBI chief is disengaged or distracted from his duties. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel is facing mounting criticism over his leadership, with former officials questioning his commitment and presence at the agency's Washington headquarters. However, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino came to his defense, strongly rejecting claims that Kash Patel is disengaged or distracted from his duties. In a recent appearance on Fox News, Dan Bongino said that both he and Kash Patel are dedicated to their roles. He said, pushing back on allegations that Kash Patel prioritizes social life over federal responsibilities, 'Kash is in the office by 6 a.m. and rarely leaves before 7 p.m. If you think we are there for tea and crumpets… I mean, Kash is there all day." Dan Bongino also addressed the personal cost of the job, revealing that his work schedule has strained his family life. He said, 'I stare at these four walls all day in DC, you know, by myself, divorced from my wife. Not divorced, but I mean, separated. And it's hard. My wife is struggling. But I'm not a victim. I am not James Comey. I did this and I'm proud." The remarks come amid intensified scrutiny, particularly from former FBI Director James Comey, who questioned Kash Patel and Dan Bongino's leadership. Speaking to CNN, James Comey said, 'There are lots of people in the FBI who know what they're doing. I hope these two guys are letting them guide them." James Comey, who was fired by then-President Donald Trump in 2017, remains a vocal critic of Trump-era appointees, including Kash Patel as he has pointed to delays in high-profile cases, such as the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Kash Patel's Nightclub Controversy Former FBI counterintelligence chief Frank Figliuzzi recently claimed that Kash Patel is frequently spotted at nightclubs and suggested his intelligence briefings had been reduced to twice a week. Dan Bongino emphasized that the FBI's top leadership remains focused on the agency's mission. He said, 'We're not mailing it in." Who Is Kash Patel? Kash Patel, born in 1980 to Gujarati parents in New York, was appointed FBI Director in February. He spent part of his early years in East Africa before returning to the US and attending Garden City High School in Long Island. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: May 31, 2025, 13:15 IST
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Kash Patel gets to the office at 6 am, and doesn't leave before 7 pm: Deputy director on FBI life
FBI deputy director Dan Bongino said Kash Patel is always in the office. FBI director Kash Patel and deputy director Dan Bongino made a series of television appearances in the past few days to quell the MAGA tide turning against the FBI leadership, as the FBI has not yet delivered on their promise of the Epstein Files. In his latest appearance with Fox News, Dan Bongino gave a glimpse into the life of an FBI agent, saying he had given up everything for the job. "My wife is struggling. But I am not a victim. I am not James Comey (former FBI director). I did this and I am proud that I did it," Bongino said. "But if you think we are there for tea and crumpets...I mean Kash is there all day," Dan Bongino said, adding that their offices are so close that he gets to hear when Kash Patel opens a faucet. Bongino said Kash Patel gets to the office at 6 am and does not leave before 7 pm. Bongino said he goes to the office at 7.30 am as he does not use the gym and goes to his apartment gym. — JDunlap1974 (@JDunlap1974) "I stare at these four walls all day in DC, you know, by myself, divorced from my wife. Not divorced, but I mean, separated. And it's hard. We love each other, but it's hard to be apart," Bongino said. The revelation of Kash Patel's office timing is crucial, as the FBI director was recently accused of being uninterested in his job. A claim by a former FBI staff member went viral that Kash Patel is seen more at nightclubs and sports events than in the office, and that he changed the timing of the daily and weekly meetings to suit his convenience, as he mostly works from his Las Vegas home. The claim was called baseless by the FBI insiders and both Patel and Dan Bongino gave a series of interviews and became more proactive on social media giving FBI updates on X
Epoch Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Epoch Times
FBI's Bongino Says Agency Probing COVID-19 Origin Cover-Up as New Strain Drives Cases
The FBI is investigating the alleged cover-up of the origins of COVID-19, the agency's deputy director, Dan Bongino, said on May 29, as a new strain of the virus has started to circulate in some parts of the world. 'As we read and process reports of a new COVID strain emerging, I want you to know that we are actively investigating, in multiple field offices, the cover-up of the origin of the COVID virus, along with associated matters requiring our attention,' Bongino
