Epstein Secrets

his willingness to sue could have a chilling effect on media coverage of his administration. The article highlighted that in 2019, Deputy Director Bongino sued online news outlet The Daily Beast for defamation over a story about his departure from the National Rifle Association's online video channel.

channel. The case was dismissed the next year. U.S. District Judge Jose Martinez in Miami sided with the Daily Beast in finding that Deputy Director Bongino did not comply with the provision, but said the basis of his decision was that Bongino's case lacked merit. The Cut (07/22, Gonzalez-Ramirez) and S

by the other branches of government, US trading partners, or the American public. Recent tariffs increasingly call such delegations into question. • Atlantic Council: An inside look at Russian abuses against Ukraine's frontline communities— Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Location: Online event, 10:0M. The Atlantic Cou

pt" and has been a sharp critic of the agency, particularly after the search of Trump's Mar-a-Lago home. The article explained that Deputy Director Bongino's selection has drawn strong partisan reactions. The Associated Press (02/25, Swenson) added that before Trump nominated Director Patel, Deputy Dire

paign • Top GOP Senators Call On DOJ to Investigate Potential Criminal FBI Leaks to Media • Jim Jordan Confident Director Patel and Deputy Director Bongino Will Give Answers on FBI 'Soon' • Prosecutors Conclude Army Veteran's Capitol Riot Pardon Also Covers a Separate Weapons Case • DOJ's No. 2 Targets

were trained to do while incarcerated. And many more lacked opportunities to participate in education or training opportunities while incarcerated. • Atlantic Council: How creative ventures are fueling the UAE's cultural scene — Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Location: Online event, 10:00 AM. On Wednesday, Februar

aid community tips remain one of law enforcement's most valuable tools in fighting crime. The article highlighted that, according to Deputy Director Bongino, Operation Summer Heat has resulted in over 6,000 arrests nationwide since its inception in June. "All 55 fields of office are participating in it,

rawing on history, resident voices, and contemporary policy debates, Mr. Husock argues for a new foundation for housing reform and upward mobility. • Atlantic Council: Building cybersecurity capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa — Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Location: Online event, 8:30 AM. Examining the key outcomes and

on, citing the need to protect victims and prevent the spread of unfounded theories. The article highlighted that Director Patel and Deputy Director Bongino recently insisted in television and podcast interviews that the evidence was clear that Epstein had killed himself. The Washington Post (07/07, Stei

ls. These laws raise pressing constitutional concerns about privacy, free speech, and the proper role of government in regulating online behavior. • Atlantic Council: Boosting security through resilience amid new threats — Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Location: Online event, 2:00 PM. Task force members explain why res

e China's military capabilities, is unacceptable. The FBI will stop at nothing to defend the homeland from China's Communist Party." Deputy Director Bongino posted a statement on X: "This week, Cadence Design Systems Inc., a multinational electronic design automation software and hardware company, plead

e a commitment to liberty and learning and to provide participants an opportunity to form an enduring community through a one-of-a-kind experience. • Atlantic Council: Unpacking the new US-EU trade deal —Thursday, July 31, 2025. Location: Online event, 11:00 AM. Experts discuss the new agreement announced on Sund

ened an investigation into the matter, which was previously inconclusive due to lack of evidence. Hunter Biden's denial comes after Deputy Director Bongino announced in May that the FBI would reopen or pursue several cases of "potential public interest" that "garnered public interest; including the foun

f Economic Affairs at the Israeli Embassy Noach Hacker discusses why the Israeli economy has proven surprisingly resilient over the past two years. • Atlantic Council: What new geopolitical shifts mean for the South Caucasus — Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Location: Online event, 2:00 PM. The Eurasia Center discusses ch

"made up" by former FBI Director James Comey and former Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden. The article noted that AG Bondi and Deputy Director Bongino had a tense exchange last week at the White House over a story about Epstein. Laura Loomer, who's close to Trump, said Friday she was told that Depu

civil liberties, privacy, and security and discuss how data systems can be used in ways that are lawful and that respect fundamental human rights. • Atlantic Council: Digital occupation: Inside Russia's Telegram battle in Ukraine — Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Location: Online event, 10:00 AM. A new report—launched

ployees, abolished the weaponized CR-15 squad, and initiated an ongoing investigation with more accountability measures ahead; while Deputy Director Bongino echoed the same message of reform. The article noted that the CR-15 squad had been part of the FBI's Washington Field Office and helped Special Cou

ts, assess their effectiveness, and address the tensions and challenges, offering critical insights into the forces shaping China's economy today. • Atlantic Council: 2025 Energy & Defense Summit — Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Location: Online event, 9:00 AM. At the Energy & Defense Summit, leaders and experts wil

has been determined for why Crooks conducted the attack. According to the article, Eric Trump told the host that Director Patel and Deputy Director Bongino are longtime friends, but he has yet to ask them directly about the investigation. The article added that in response to a request for comment, the

ation. Experts assess the implications for workers, firms, and communities and consider strategies for strengthening economic ties across borders. • Atlantic Council: Representative Adam Smith on how Congress will shape US defense policy — Thursday, November 6, 2025. Location: Online event, 11:00 AM. On Thursday,

Patel and Deputy Director Bongino Draw Scrutiny From Previous Supporters The Hill (05/21, Samuels) reported that Director Patel and Deputy Director Bongino sat for a joint interview with Maria Bartiromo on Fox News's "Sunday Morning Futures7 According to the article, FBI leadership is facing scrutiny f

d forward-looking conversation to discuss the first 25 years of the "African Century" and US-African relations in the second Trump administration. • Atlantic Council: The Dayton dialogue at the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly— Thursday, May 22, 2025. Location: Online event, 10:30 AM. From May 22 to 25, the Dayto