Former FBI Co-Deputy Director Dan Bongino responded sharply to remarks by former President Barack Obama, issuing what some interpreted as a warning during a recent episode of his podcast.
“I know things too, Mr. President, and so do you,” Bongino said, reacting to Obama’s comments about the role of government and the justice system.
Obama made his remarks during an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, where he warned against the politicization of law enforcement and prosecutorial decisions. He said the government should not be used to target political opponents.
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“We can’t … have a situation in which whoever is in charge of the government starts using that to go after their political enemies,” Obama said. He also emphasized that the White House should not direct the attorney general on specific prosecutions.
Bongino criticized those comments on his podcast, linking them to his own claims about investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 election. He said he would not allow Obama’s remarks to go unanswered.
“And I’m not letting you get away with this, no chance!” Bongino said.
Bongino has previously discussed what he describes as “Russiagate” materials and has claimed that documents discovered during his time at the FBI could shed light on what he calls the “weaponization” of government institutions.
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His comments come after he recently said he feared for his safety if Democrats regain control of Congress, adding to the intensity of his public statements.
Bongino served in the Secret Service’s Presidential Protective Division during Obama’s presidency and later became a vocal critic of the administration after entering politics and media.
WHOA!
Former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino minces no words – President Barack Obama in on his radar:
“What was with the tweet – the shock to my core? well, in case you missed it, some of you may have, I’m gonna tell ya. Because what Barack Obama said the other day, was it… pic.twitter.com/98gDbClvI3
— Conservative Brief (@ConservBrief) May 8, 2026
During his time in protective service, Bongino had spoken positively about Obama and his family. However, his relationship with the former president’s legacy shifted significantly in the years that followed.
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After leaving government service, Bongino became a prominent media figure and frequent critic of Democratic leadership, often raising concerns about government overreach.
Obama: “The White House shouldn’t be able to direct the AG to go around prosecuting whoever the president wants prosecuted. You can’t have a situation where whoever is in charge of the government starts using that to go after their political enemies or reward their friends.” pic.twitter.com/zqkV1vPdfq
— TheBlaze (@theblaze) May 6, 2026
🚨 Obama Lectures “Don’t Weaponize the DOJ”… While His Team Weaponized It Against Trump
Obama on Colbert: “The White House shouldn’t direct the AG to prosecute political enemies.”
Yet his DOJ/FBI used the Clinton-funded Steele dossier, bogus FISA warrants on Carter Page, and… pic.twitter.com/GcyyC5Dqtv— Reverend Jordan Wells (@WellsJorda89710) May 7, 2026
Barack Obama: “The White House shouldn’t use the government to go after your political enemies.”
Also Obama:
🚩 Used the IRS to target tea party
🚩 Seized AP phone records
🚩 Named a Fox News reporter a “co-conspirator”
🚩Hunted Trump like a rabid dogHe’s right—you shouldn’t… pic.twitter.com/h1MW5tKxDD
— Tosca Austen (@ToscaAusten) May 6, 2026
His tenure as FBI Co-Deputy Director from March 2025 to January 2026 drew mixed reactions. Supporters credited him with advancing certain investigations, while critics described his leadership as contentious and marked by internal conflicts.
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Reports at the time described disagreements between Bongino and other senior officials, including disputes over investigative priorities and management style.
Bongino resigned from the role in early 2026, citing a desire to return to his family and focus on his media career. He later told Fox host Sean Hannity that he informed Trump and FBI Director Kash Patel before taking his deputy director post he only wanted to stay on for about a year.
President Donald Trump praised Bongino following his departure, suggesting he would have a greater impact through his podcast and public platform than within the FBI.
The exchange highlights ongoing political tensions surrounding investigations into the 2016 election and broader debates over the role of government authority in law enforcement.
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