Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that he will leave his position to become co-deputy director of the FBI, sharing the role with conservative commentator and former law enforcement officer Dan Bongino.Bailey, a Republican and a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, expressed pride in accepting the position and gratitude to Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi for the possibility to contribute to national security. <\/p>\n

Bailey was appointed Missouri attorney general<\/a> in 2022 and won a full term last year. His appointment to the FBI comes amid ongoing scrutiny<\/a> of the bureau and Justice Department’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents-a controversial matter that has divided Trump allies and DOJ leadership, including Bongino, who has clashed with officials over the issue.<\/p>\n

Prior to this new role,Bailey had sought top federal law enforcement posts such as FBI director and U.S. attorney general. The Missouri attorney general’s office has become a notable source of Trump-aligned officials, including Solicitor General D. John Sauer.

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