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Reports have linked Westwood One nationally syndicated news/talk radio host Dan Bongino with a position in the Donald Trump administration. He shared that he’s not in on meetings with the incoming leadership.
Some reports have linked Bongino with the Director of Secret Service position under Trump, calling him a leading candidate. He has previously stated that he has not had any meetings or discussions about joining the administration.
During The Dan Bongino Show on Friday, the former Secret Service agent reiterated he has not been involved in the the discussions with the team assembling the Donald Trump administration.
“I’ve been honest with folks: I’m not in on transition team meetings,” said Bongino. “My job is outside the political space to comment on the inside, not the other way around. It benefits us a lot because it keeps my interest from being polluted. I’m not in on them. Do you think they call me every day and give me an update? I’m trying to analyze this thing in a sterile manner so I can give you an honest opinion.”
Bongino was critical of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle in the wake of the assassination attempt against Trump earlier this year. He called the leader “utterly unqualified” to lead the organization.
It would not be the first media member to be tabbed by Trump to serve during his second term. Former FOX & Friends Weekend host Pete Hegseth has been selected as the Secretary of Defense. Meanwhile, former Fox Business host Sean Duffy has been named as the nominee for Secretary of Transportation.
Dan Bongino inked an extension to remain with Westwood One in 2023. His news/talk radio show is heard on more than 350 stations around the country, and his podcast routinely finishes in the top 10 overall most-listened-to programs.
