FBI Director Kash Patel and Attorney General Pam Bondi are bringing on a new member to the team. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has been appointed as Co-Deputy Director of the FBI. He will serve alongside Deputy Director Dan Bongino. Take a look: BREAKING: Pam Bondi and Kash Patel have just appointed Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey as CO-DEPUTY DIRECTOR of the FBI, alongside Dan Bongino, per Fox. pic.twitter.com/XkIdqM8hf5 — Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) August 18, 2025 CNN shared Bondi’s statement on the huge news: Bailey will serve beside Bongino, Bondi and Patel told Fox News Digital, which was first to report the announcement. Bongino was tapped as the FBI’s sole deputy director earlier this year and caused a stir in July when he largely excommunicated himself from most of his colleagues following a significant rift with Bondi over the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. “I am thrilled to welcome Andrew Bailey as Co-Deputy Director of the FBI,” Bondi told Fox News Digital. “He has served as a distinguished state attorney general and is a decorated war veteran, bringing expertise and dedication to service. His leadership and commitment to country will be a tremendous asset as we work together to advance President Trump’s mission.” Andrew Bailey turned in his resignation as Missouri AG in order to accept this big new role. He’s racked up a lot of achievements during his time as Attorney General and proven himself to be staunchly loyal to President Trump. Fox News reported: Bailey, as Missouri’s attorney general, launched an anti-human trafficking task force and addressed more than 1,100 reported incidents in Missouri. He also cleared the backlog of Sexual Assault Forensic Evidence (SAFE) kits to improve prosecution of sexual assault cases. Bailey’s office also defended the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department in civil litigation and has consistently advocated for law enforcement. Bailey was endorsed by the Missouri Fraternal Order of Police. Bailey’s office also reported a 133% increase in trial court-level criminal prosecutions. Bailey also has held public officials accountable during his time as attorney general. He demanded the resignation of a sheriff for financial mismanagement and misconduct, and, separately, announced a grand jury indictment against a St. Louis county executive for stealing and election law violations. “I am eternally grateful for the opportunity to serve as the Co-Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation,” Bailey told Fox News Digital. “I extend my deepest gratitude to President Trump, U.S. Attorney General Bondi and Director Patel for the privilege to join in their stated mission to Make America Safe Again.” After accepting the position, Andrew Bailey released this statement on X: I am proud to announce I have accepted the role of Co-Deputy Director of the FBI. I extend my thanks to @POTUS and @AGPamBondi for the opportunity to serve in the mission to Make America Safe Again.  I will protect America and uphold the Constitution. pic.twitter.com/hkMi2p1bXV — Attorney General Andrew Bailey (@AGAndrewBailey) August 18, 2025 Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe congratulated Bailey: Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s appointment as the Co-Deputy Director of the FBI is another testament to President Trump’s commitment to enforcing law and order as Andrew has been a fighter for our state and nation throughout his entire career. Although Missourians will miss… pic.twitter.com/eHxacMBkAt — Governor Mike Kehoe (@GovMikeKehoe) August 18, 2025 Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s appointment as the Co-Deputy Director of the FBI is another testament to President Trump’s commitment to enforcing law and order as Andrew has been a fighter for our state and nation throughout his entire career. Although Missourians will miss Andrew’s strong leadership in the Attorney General’s Office, we know that he will serve Americans well at the FBI. Congratulations to Andrew and his family on this appointment. Usually, this kind of thing isn’t done at the FBI. In fact, it’s the very first time in the entire history of the FBI that a co-deputy director has been appointed. Which begs the question: what’s up? Why now? While some people are speculating this could signal that Bongino may be on his way out, I highly doubt that. It seems far more likely that something is brewing — something big that requires more manpower. In fact, a senior Trump official told Fox News that the reason Bailey is being brought on now has to do with President Trump needing “all hands on deck” to “prosecute the bad guys”: A senior administration official told Fox News Digital that President Donald Trump “wants to see bad guys prosecuted, illegals deported, and corrupt politicians held accountable.” “We need all hands on deck to accomplish all of these important goals,” the official said. “Andrew Bailey will serve as another set of credible, experienced hands to help Attorney General Bondi and FBI Director Patel carry out the President’s mission.” Could it be any clearer? It seems like we are finally on the heels of major prosecutions — especially as all the evidence against Obama, Clinton, Schiff, Comey, Clapper and the rest continues to pile up! Missouri AG Andrew Bailey will be joining the FBI as co-Deputy Director, and all the major players are making sure to bring attention to it. To me, this seems like a signal that we are approaching the prosecution phase. Something is brewing. pic.twitter.com/xwGRwyFmPF — Clandestine (@WarClandestine) August 18, 2025 Only time will tell, but justice truly appears to be right on the horizon.

A Minnesota high school marked its 100th anniversary by uniting generations of students in celebration. Alumni and current students gathered to honor a century of learning, memories, and community.

A pregnant woman collapsed from cardiac arrest while chasing her dog, but help arrived just in time. She credits divine intervention for the strangers who saved both her and her baby.

A Minnesota high school marked its 100th anniversary by uniting generations of students in celebration. Alumni and current students gathered to honor a century of learning, memories, and community.

A pregnant woman collapsed from cardiac arrest while chasing her dog, but help arrived just in time. She credits divine intervention for the strangers who saved both her and her baby.

A Minnesota high school marked its 100th anniversary by uniting generations of students in celebration. Alumni and current students gathered to honor a century of learning, memories, and community.

A pregnant woman collapsed from cardiac arrest while chasing her dog, but help arrived just in time. She credits divine intervention for the strangers who saved both her and her baby.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has praised President Donald Trump for the progress he is making towards securing a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine.

President Donald Trump has confirmed that United States soldiers will not be deployed to Ukraine, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky requests international security guarantees as part of a Russia-Ukraine peace deal.