In a surprising move, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has been appointed as the co-deputy director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), joining current deputy director Dan Bongino and FBI Director Kash Patel. This decision was made by Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Patel, marking a significant shift in the leadership structure of the bureau.
According to an exclusive report by Fox News Digital, Bailey will be taking on the role of co-deputy director alongside Bongino, who has been serving as the FBI’s current second-in-command. This move comes amidst a period of turmoil within the FBI, with tensions rising over various internal matters, including disputes over files related to the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey brings a wealth of experience and legal expertise to his new position at the FBI. His appointment is seen as a strategic decision to bolster the bureau’s leadership team and enhance its operational capabilities. With a background in law enforcement and a commitment to upholding the rule of law, Bailey is expected to play a key role in shaping the future direction of the FBI.
The addition of Bailey to the FBI’s leadership team has generated mixed reactions, with some praising the move as a positive step towards strengthening the bureau’s capabilities, while others expressing concerns about the implications of this decision. The appointment of a state attorney general to such a high-ranking position within the FBI reflects a unique approach to leadership and governance within the law enforcement agency.
As Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey prepares to assume his new role as co-deputy director of the FBI, the bureau is poised to navigate a complex landscape of challenges and opportunities. With a focus on enhancing national security, combating organized crime, and upholding the principles of justice and integrity, Bailey, alongside Bongino and Patel, will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the FBI.
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References:
1. Fox News – https://www.foxnews.com/politics/bondi-patel-tap-missouri-ag-additional-fbi-co-deputy-director-alongside-bongino
2. CBS News – https://www.cbsnews.com/news/missouri-ag-andrew-bailey-fbi-co-deputy-director-dan-bongino-kash-patel/
3. The Hill – https://thehill.com/regulation/5458722-missouri-ag-bailey-fbi/
4. The New York Times – https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/18/us/politics/fbi-missouri-attorney-general.html
5. ABC News – https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/missouri-attorney-general-appointed-deputy-director-fbi/story?id=124764098
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