Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino is reportedly weighing resignation following internal clashes within the Trump administration over the release of the Epstein files, according to sources familiar with the matter. Tensions between the FBI and Department of Justice (DOJ) escalated after a recent memo denied any Epstein “client list” or evidence of foul play, triggering backlash from Trump supporters.
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Clash With DOJ Sparks Bongino’s Possible Exit
A heated confrontation earlier this week between Bongino, Attorney General Pam Bondi, FBI Director Kash Patel, and other senior officials reportedly pushed Bongino to consider stepping down. Allegations surfaced that Bongino may have leaked claims that the DOJ blocked further file disclosure, which he denies. Sources say Bongino didn’t attend work Friday, fueling speculation about his departure, though no formal resignation has occurred.
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Epstein Video Gap and Public Pressure Mount
One of Bongino’s key frustrations involves a surveillance video from the night of Epstein’s death. Though he believed the footage disproved murder theories, a 60-second hap in the video reignited public suspicion and criticism, much of it aimed at him. Bondi claimed the gap was due to routine camera resets, but the explanation hasn’t calmed the controversy.
The fallout has highlighted deep divisions between Trump’s law enforcement team, with Bongino and Patel quietly frustrated over the DOJ’s slow, guarded release of Epstein related materials. Meanwhile, the White House maintains there’s unity among agencies and called suggestions of division “baseless.”
